Baby’s First Teacher

Activity

You are your baby’s first teacher. Show them how to use toys in different ways, such as banging blocks together or knocking over a stacked tower.

Helps baby develop sensory and thinking skills.

Related Milestones

In simple play imitates others

7–9 Months

Explores and examines an object using both hands and mouth

7–9 Months

Investigates shapes, sizes, and textures of toys and surroundings

7–9 Months

Related Abilities

Is interested in interacting with others, e.g. peek-a-boo (7-9 months)

Moves in and out of various positions, e.g. sitting, tummy, and hands and knees

Uses both hands equally to play with toys (7-9 months)

Popular Resources

Areas of Development

Baby Milestones App

Activities for Baby

Tummy Timer

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