Related milestones

Picks up small objects with thumbs and fingers

Explores and examines an object using both hands and mouth

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

Sits and reaches for toys without falling

Sits without support

Shows more control while rolling and sitting

In simple play imitates others

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

Focuses on objects near and far

Investigates shapes, sizes, and textures of toys and surroundings

Looks at familiar objects and people when named

Follows some routine commands when paired with gestures

Shows recognition of commonly used words