Chore Time

Activity

Don't stop interacting with baby just for chores! When doing chores around the house, point to objects and tell baby what you’re doing. Direct baby's attention to objects by helping them point their finger.

Helps baby learn to focus their attention.

Related Milestones

Responds to simple directions, e.g. “Come here”

10–12 Months

Pays attention to where you are looking and pointing

10–12 Months

Produces long strings of gibberish (jargoning) in social communication

10–12 Months

Related Abilities

Points to objects of interest (10-12 months)

Is able to sit unsupported and turn head to look at objects without losing balance

Has grown accustomed to everyday sounds and is usually not startled by them (10-12 months)

Popular Resources

Areas of Development

Baby Milestones App

Activities for Baby

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