Skill· 0mo–3mo· 2 min
Follow the Song
Parent plays an action song and gently moves baby's hands or legs along with the music. The agent coaches the parent to observe baby's attention, awareness of surroundings, and sustained focus on the singing and movements.
Free to do together whenever you like.
What you'll need
Baby lying on back or propped in a supported seat, facing parent. Have a children's action song ready to sing or play. Baby should be awake and alert.
How it works
The 3-step guide, with what to look for at each step, is for signed-in parents.
What this develops
- MilestoneSustains visual attention brieflyMind· 1mo–4mo· core· Step 1
- MilestoneLooks at and follows facesHeart· 0mo–12mo· stretch· Step 1
- MilestoneLooks around a room with interest; visually scans environment for novel, interesting objects and events.Mind· 0mo–11mo· core· Step 3
- MilestoneResponds to a speaking personHeart· 0mo–14mo· stretch· Step 1
- MilestoneReacts to loud or sudden soundBody· 0mo–3mo· core· Step 3
- MilestoneFleeting Attention – not under child’s control, new stimuli takes whole attention.Mind· 0mo–11mo· core· Step 3
- MilestoneTurns toward and locates a soundMind· 1mo–11mo· stretch
- MilestoneSpontaneous limb movementBody· 0mo–4mo· core
Visual example
Coming soon