BRIGHT, Engaging, Double-Sided Learning
Slide, swing, and scat your way into the world of jazz! With Tot Talk’s Jazz Music Placemat, kids explore legendary musicians, iconic instruments, and the improvisational magic that makes jazz one of the most expressive music styles in history.
Front Side
Features a colorful Jazz band scene that introduces children to classic jazz instruments such as trumpet, saxophone, bass, clarinet, drums, and piano. Each character explains their instrument’s role in a jazz ensemble, helping kids understand rhythm, harmony, and how musicians work together to create a jazz performance.
Back Side
Offers a deeper look into jazz vocabulary, styles of jazz, and influential musicians such as Louis Armstrong, Ella Fitzgerald, Miles Davis, Charlie Parker, Thelonious Monk, and Duke Ellington. Kids learn key terms like improvisation, rhythm, scat singing, and syncopation — all explained in kid-friendly language.
Perfect for music class, homeschooling, or sparking musical curiosity at home!
Washable and dry-erase marker friendly — designed for repeated learning.
Suggested Age Range and Learning Stages
- Ages 5–7: Learn jazz instruments, basic terms & sounds
- Ages 7–10: Explore jazz styles, musicians, and rhythms
- Ages 10+: Build deeper musical appreciation and vocabulary
- 5–100+: A fun and fascinating introduction to music history
Supports a Child’s Learning
- Builds musical awareness and rhythm understanding
- Encourages listening skills and cultural appreciation
- Introduces foundational music vocabulary
- Supports hands-on, screen-free learning
Topic-Specific Child Benefits
- Learn iconic jazz instruments
- Discover influential jazz musicians
- Understand key jazz terms like improvisation & syncopation
- Explore jazz styles across history
Why Families & Educators Choose Tot Talk
- Fosters independent, screen-free learning
- Double-sided = double the educational value
- Washable, waterproof, & marker-friendly
- Durable and long-lasting
- Made in the USA with child-safe materials
Placemat Cleaning Tips
- Use dish soap + water for washable markers
- Remove dry-erase with a dry towel
- Not dishwasher safe
Dimensions: 17.5″ × 11.5″
Especially Designed For
- Parents & grandparents
- Elementary & Montessori classrooms
- Music teachers & homeschool families
- Kids learning musical styles and instruments
