Backyard Fun
Let baby explore the backyard safely. Take baby outside and let them touch the leaves and grass.
Helps to expose baby to new sights, smells, and sounds.
Activity
Let baby explore the backyard safely. Take baby outside and let them touch the leaves and grass.
Helps to expose baby to new sights, smells, and sounds.
Related Milestones
Focuses on objects near and far
7–9 Months
Investigates shapes, sizes, and textures of toys and surroundings
7–9 Months
Observes environment from a variety of positions – while lying on back or tummy, sitting, crawling, and standing with assistance
7–9 Months
Related Abilities
Enjoys moving to explore the environment when placed on floor
Moves in and out of various positions, e.g. sitting, tummy, and hands and knees
Is not fearful of everyday sounds (7-9 months)
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