More joy, more language,
no extra time.
Hidden Treasures Learning Co. helps babies and toddlers find their voices — through joyful classes packed with songs, signs, and play, built right into your everyday routines.
Designed by a pediatric speech-language pathologist. Loved by families in Acadiana.
Our Programs
Every program from Hidden Treasures Learning Co. is grounded in speech-language pathology, designed to be joyful, and built around the real rhythms of family life.
Happy Talk Song & Sign
Music, movement, and early signing for babies & toddlers
Our flagship program brings together songs, American Sign Language, and sensory play to support language development in the most joyful way possible. Led by a pediatric SLP, every class gives caregivers tools they can use every single day.
Tinies — Ages 5–24 Months
Songs, signs & sensory play for your daily routines — bath time, meal time, play time and more.
Tots — Ages 18 Months–3 Years
Musical adventures through early learning topics that build communication and connection.
Summer Mini Series · 3 classes · 45 min/class · Caregivers join in
$55for all 3 classes
Speech Therapy Services
Individualized support for children's communication development
Drawing on years of experience supporting children's communication development, Hope will offer dedicated speech therapy services for families who want more personalized support.
Private sessions · Ages 0–12 · Lafayette, LA
Pricing TBD — express interest to be notified
Bringing magic to the mundane
The best language learning happens during the ordinary moments you already share with your child — we just make those moments extraordinary.
Built into your routines
Bath time. Meal time. Diaper changes. Car rides. Every class is designed to pop right into what you're already doing — no extra time required.
Learning through repetition
Children learn through predictable patterns and loving repetition. The songs and signs stick because you use them every single day.
Deeper connection
More shared language means more giggles, less frustration, and stronger bonds — for both the little one and the grown-up in the room.
What to expect from our programs
Practical tools you'll actually use — not just in class, but every day
Songs and signs for your real routines: meals, baths, bedtime, play
Less frustration for your little one when they can't find the words yet
More confidence as a caregiver — you'll know exactly how to support their language
A community of parents going through the same beautiful, chaotic season of life
An expert in your corner, ready to answer your questions
Bring Language Enrichment to Your Team
Hidden Treasures Learning Co. partners with businesses to host pop-up enrichment classes for employees with young children. A 45-minute session of songs, signs, and play — right at your workplace or event.
Research-backed content
Every session is designed by a certified pediatric SLP — not a general educator.
We come to you
Pop-up format works at offices, community events, daycare facilities, and more.
A real benefit for parents
Employees with babies and toddlers leave with tools they use every day.
Flexible partnerships
One-time events, recurring sessions, or co-branded community programming.
Great for: pediatric offices, daycares, employers with family benefits programs, community organizations, and family-forward brands.
What families are saying
From Happy Talk families across the country — Lafayette families, your spots are waiting.
“Take this class! I couldn't believe how much I didn't know about language development during the early years. I completed it feeling so much more confident — and we still use the songs every single day.”
Caelainn
Mom of 3 · Happy Talk Tinies
“Happy Talk was the best baby class I've ever taken. I find it stressful not knowing if I'm helping my son develop his language skills — this gave us a ton of tips, songs, and games I'm still using a year later.”
Caroline
Parent · Happy Talk Tots
“Christina has created a program that teaches caregivers very helpful communication skills in a way that's playful and fun for the whole family. A perfect fit for our community.”
Cassie
Librarian · Community Partner
Meet your instructor
Hi, I’m Hope!
Hope James, MS, CCC-SLP — Pediatric Speech-Language Pathologist
I’ve spent my career working with young children, and the thing I keep coming back to is this: the most powerful language learning doesn’t happen in a therapy room. It happens at the breakfast table. In the bath. On the drive to daycare. In the ordinary moments you’re already having with your child.
While working as a public school SLP, I served families through Early Steps — Louisiana’s early intervention program for children birth to three. That work shaped everything about how I think about early language development and family-centered care.
I’m bringing Happy Talk Song & Sign to Lafayette because I believe every family deserves access to the tools that make those moments count — and because honestly, it’s just really fun. Songs, signs, giggles, and a room full of parents who get it.
I can’t wait to meet your little ones.
Reserve Your Spot
Join the waitlist for Happy Talk Song & Sign — our flagship early language program launching in Lafayette, LA this Summer 2026. You’ll be first to know when enrollment opens.