Skill· 8mo–18mo· 2 min
Container Play
Parent sets up container-filling and object-purpose play to observe intentional manipulation: putting objects in containers, starting/stopping toy movement, using everyday objects for their intended purpose, and cooperating with arm dressing. Covers four manipulation and self-care milestones at 9-16mo.
Free to do together whenever you like.
What you'll need
A cup or bowl and 5-8 large blocks. A ball that rolls (not too fast). A cup and spoon visible on the table. One shirt or long-sleeve top nearby for the dressing phase.
How it works
The 3-step guide, with what to look for at each step, is for signed-in parents.
What this develops
- MilestonePuts object into containerBody· 9mo–12mo· core· Step 1
- MilestoneUses objects functionallyMind· 10mo–15mo· core
- MilestoneCooperates with dressingBody· 14mo–18mo· core
- MilestoneSupported routine participationMind· 8mo–20mo· core· Step 4
- MilestoneEnjoys filling and emptying containers.Mind· 8mo–20mo· stretch· Step 1
- MilestoneSimple pretend playMind· 14mo–2.2y· core· Step 3
- MilestoneReenacts household routines in playMind· 16mo–3y· core· Step 3
Visual example
Coming soon