Related abilities

Enjoys playing with new toys (13-18 months)

Is frequently moving in and out of various positions (e.g. crawling, climbing, cruising, and walking) to explore and get desirable objects (13-18 months)

Maintains balance in sitting or standing while using two hands together to explore toys

Eagerly explores the environment when placed on the floor

Is able to turn head to look at objects without losing balance while standing

Is able to take steps toward motivating item

Crawls or walks to get desired item

Is able to throw balls without losing balance (13-18 months)

Uses both hands equally to play with and explore toys (13-18 months)

Seeks out various new ways to move and play

Has grown accustomed to everyday sounds and is usually not startled by them (13-18 months)

Enjoys various textures, such as grass or sand, after multiple exposures (13-18 months)