Skill· 10mo–12mo· 2 min
Airplane Adventure Play
Parent engages baby in pretend airplane travel play, using gestures, sounds, and simple actions to simulate flight preparation. The agent coaches the parent to observe social referencing, imitation of actions, and joint attention during this early pretend play scenario.
Free to do together whenever you like.
What you'll need
Baby seated securely facing parent — on floor, in high chair, or on parent's lap. No materials needed. Baby should be alert and in a playful mood. Quiet environment helps with focus.
How it works
The 3-step guide, with what to look for at each step, is for signed-in parents.
What this develops
- MilestoneCopies simple gestures or actionsMind· 6mo–2.3y· core
- MilestonePoints and gazes to share attentionHeart· 8mo–2y· core
- MilestoneResponds emotionally to othersHeart· 1mo–13mo· core· Step 3
- MilestoneDeveloping the ability to follow others’ body language, including pointing and gesture.Mind· 10mo–15mo· core· Step 1
- MilestoneResponds to what carer is paying attention to, e.g. following their gaze.Heart· 0mo–11mo· core· Step 1
- MilestoneUses familiar adult support in new situationsHeart· 8mo–20mo· stretch· Step 3
- MilestoneUses sounds in pretend playMind· 10mo–2y· stretch
- MilestoneCopies sounds or wordsMind· 10mo–20mo· core· Step 2
- MilestonePlays simple back-and-forth gamesHeart· 6mo–14mo· stretch· Step 3
Visual example
Coming soon