Related milestones

Sits and reaches for toys without falling

Picks up small objects with thumbs and fingers

While lying on back, transfers toy from one hand to the other

In simple play imitates others

Explores and examines an object using both hands and mouth

Experiments with the amount of force needed to pick up different objects

Investigates shapes, sizes, and textures of toys and surroundings

Observes environment from a variety of positions – while lying on back or tummy, sitting, crawling, and standing with assistance

Participates in two-way communication