Command Excitement

Activity

Give baby a simple command like "roll the ball". Show baby how excited you are if they do it by smiling and clapping.

Helps baby learn to follow directions.

Related Milestones

Follows some routine commands when paired with gestures

7–9 Months

Participates in two-way communication

7–9 Months

In simple play imitates others

7–9 Months

Related Abilities

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

Is generally happy when not hungry or tired (7-9 months)

Popular Resources

Areas of Development

Baby Milestones App

Activities for Baby

Tummy Timer

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