Skill· 16mo–18mo· 2 min
Cars and Their Sounds
Parent points out different colored cars during a walk or drive and imitates their sounds, encouraging toddler to associate objects with their characteristic noises. The agent coaches the parent to observe sound imitation attempts, color recognition, and social engagement during this everyday learning opportunity.
Free to do together whenever you like.
What you'll need
During a walk or car ride. If driving, ensure your child is properly secured in car seat. No materials needed — just observation and imagination.
How it works
The 3-step guide, with what to look for at each step, is for signed-in parents.
What this develops
- MilestoneCopies sounds or wordsMind· 10mo–20mo· core
- MilestoneSelects or finds named objectMind· 10mo–19mo· core
- MilestoneImitates animal or environmental soundsMind· 18mo–2.3y· core· Step 1
- MilestonePoints and gazes to share attentionHeart· 8mo–2y· stretch· Step 2
- MilestoneUses sounds in pretend playMind· 10mo–2y· stretch
Visual example
Coming soon