Skill· 4mo–6mo· 2 min
Grab and Pull
Parent presents a bright toy to baby, observing how baby communicates interest through arm movements and facial expressions before attempting to grab and pull the object. The agent coaches the parent to notice early communication signals, coordination attempts, and emotional expression — building foundational language and motor skills through interactive play.
Free to do together whenever you like.
What you'll need
Baby sitting supported in parent's lap or baby seat. Bright toy within parent's reach but not yet in baby's hands. Baby should be alert and not hungry or tired. Comfortable, well-lit play area.
How it works
The 3-step guide, with what to look for at each step, is for signed-in parents.
What this develops
- MilestoneReaches accurately and graspsBody· 3mo–6mo· stretch· Step 2
- MilestoneReaches for nearby objectsBody· 4mo–11mo· core
- MilestoneShows varied emotionsHeart· 2mo–8mo· stretch
- MilestoneTracks a moving object across midlineBody· 2mo–5mo· core· Step 1
- MilestoneSustains visual attention brieflyMind· 1mo–4mo· core· Step 1
- MilestoneSmiles with pleasure at recognisable playthings.Mind· 0mo–11mo· stretch· Step 1
- MilestoneVocalizes back during interactionHeart· 2mo–8mo· stretch
Visual example
Coming soon