Lean and Reach

Activity

While baby is sitting, place toys out of his reach so he has to shift his weight and move to get the toy.

Helps baby develop motor skills.

Related Basics

What do motor skills help my child do at 4-6 months?

Related Milestones

Uses hands to support self while sitting

4–6 Months

Reaches for toys while on tummy

4–6 Months

Uses both hands to explore toys

4–6 Months

Related Abilities

Is able to turn head to visually follow moving toys and people (4-6 months)

Is able to lift head forward when being pulled to sitting, from lying on back

Enjoys playing with toys of varied textures (4-6 months)

Popular Resources

Areas of Development

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