Skill· 14mo–2.2y· 2 min

Big Kid Helper

Parent involves child in a simple household task and observes active participation, compliance with norms, and whether the child understands and follows two-step instructions. Covers three social-cognitive milestones at 12-18mo. Three phases: household participation, norms observation, and two-step instruction.

Free to do together whenever you like.

What you'll need

Choose a real household task — tidying items into a bin, wiping a surface with a cloth, carrying a soft item, putting laundry in a basket. Give your child a real (safe) role rather than a pretend one.

How it works

The 3-step guide, with what to look for at each step, is for signed-in parents.

What this develops

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