Rocky’s House introduces caregivers and children to a cast of characters representing the diverse population of Mississippi, Rocky’s Friends. Along with Rocky, they guide guests through three primary methods of language and literacy development: playing, talking, and reading. Visitors will learn about these methods and have a chance to play them into practice!

Talk from the Start is a partnership between the Mississippi Children’s Museum and the Barksdale Reading Institute, funded by the W.K. Kellogg Foundation. It was formed to raise awareness that talking to and with children from birth is essential to learning and literacy.

Note: This exhibit does not include the Rocky the Reader mascot. You are exclusively renting Rocky’s House.

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