Skill· 7mo–9mo· 2 min
Bath Time Scientist
Parent introduces floating and sinking toys during bath time, creating a simple water experiment to observe baby's curiosity and problem-solving. The agent coaches the parent to notice exploration behaviors, cause-effect understanding, and social engagement during this sensory-rich play.
Free to do together whenever you like.
What you'll need
Baby in bath tub with appropriate water level and temperature. Have one floating toy (like a rubber duck) and one sinking toy (like a solid plastic animal) within reach. Baby should be alert and comfortable.
How it works
The 3-step guide, with what to look for at each step, is for signed-in parents.
What this develops
- MilestoneRepeats actions that have an effect, e.g. kicking or hitting a mobile or shaking a rattle.Mind· 0mo–11mo· core· Step 2
- MilestoneExperiments with object actionsMind· 8mo–20mo· core· Step 2
- MilestoneHas a strong exploratory impulse.Mind· 8mo–20mo· stretch· Step 1
- MilestonePlays simple back-and-forth gamesHeart· 6mo–14mo· stretch· Step 3
- MilestoneCopies simple gestures or actionsMind· 6mo–2.3y· stretch
- MilestoneReaches for nearby objectsBody· 4mo–11mo· core· Step 1
- MilestoneUses familiar adult to share feelings such as excitement or pleasure, and for ‘emotional refuelling’ when feeling tired, stressed or frustrated.Heart· 0mo–11mo· stretch· Step 3
- MilestoneLooks around a room with interest; visually scans environment for novel, interesting objects and events.Mind· 0mo–11mo· stretch· Step 1
- MilestoneLaughs spontaneouslyHeart· 4mo–9mo· core· Step 3
Visual example
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