Skill· 10mo–12mo· 2 min
Let's Drag Forward
Parent models dragging forward to reach toys, then places toys just out of baby's reach to encourage gestural requests for help. The agent coaches the parent to observe baby's problem-solving attempts, gestural communication, and social referencing — building early help-seeking behaviors and intentional communication.
Free to do together whenever you like.
What you'll need
Parent and baby lying on soft surface (carpet, blanket, or mat). Several favorite toys placed slightly out of baby's reach. Parent positioned where baby can easily see their face and gestures.
How it works
The 3-step guide, with what to look for at each step, is for signed-in parents.
What this develops
- MilestoneGestures to recruit helpMind· 9mo–21mo· stretch· Step 2
- MilestoneCoordinates gesture with another signalMind· 9mo–2.5y· core
- MilestoneGestures wants or needsMind· 10mo–2.3y· core· Step 2
- MilestoneUses familiar adult support in new situationsHeart· 8mo–20mo· stretch· Step 3
- MilestoneCrawls or scoots for floor mobilityBody· 7mo–12mo· stretch· Step 1
- MilestoneCopies simple gestures or actionsMind· 6mo–2.3y· stretch· Step 1
- MilestoneClosely observes what animals, people and vehicles do.Mind· 8mo–20mo· core· Step 1
Visual example
Coming soon