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Small Talk | Raising Readers in Story County

2801 Grand Avenue, Suite 1030, Ames, IA 50010

Eligibility
Open to caregivers with children ages 2-30 months old, must be a Story County resident
Required documents
None
(515) 520-8686
Voice·

Main Phone

Application process
Call, or visit website to submit an application
Fees
None
Service area
Story County, IA
Offers a free 10-week program designed for caregivers to impact baby’s brain development by learning strategies to increase how much you talk with your baby and build up their language environment. Several sessions and locations are offered throughout the year. See website for more information or to register.
Date of Last Formal Update
01/26/2026
Data provided by
United Way of the Midlands
Providing organization
Raising Readers in Story County
Works to support the language and literacy development of young children by providing books, caregiver guidance, and early childhood programs.