16mo–2.2y8 minFamily timeFree play
Look, Listen, Respond
A quick attunement practice where you pauses, makes warm eye contact, and responds promptly when your child looks for a reaction, building secure connection and back-and-forth interaction.
What you'll need
Essentials
- a small toy or simple book
Nice to have
- cushion or chair for sitting close
Movement level: false
What you'll do
The 4-step guide, with what to look for at each step, is for signed-in parents.
What this develops
- MilestoneSeeks out others to share experiences.Heart· 14mo–2.2y· core· Step 2
- MilestonePoints and gazes to share attentionHeart· 8mo–2y· stretch· Step 2
- MilestoneGestures wants or needsMind· 10mo–2.3y· stretch· Steps 1, 3
- MilestoneExpresses own preferences and interests.Heart· 22mo–3y· core· Step 3
- MilestoneCoordinates gesture with another signalMind· 9mo–2.5y· stretch· Step 2
- MilestoneUnderstands simple questionsMind· 14mo–2.2y· core· Step 3
What it practices
Where it comes from
- Source
- Development Matters in the EYFS (DfE, 2012)
- Original guidance
- “Give your full attention when young children look to you for a response.”
- License
- Open Government Licence v3.0
- Attribution
- © Crown Copyright 2012 (Development Matters in the EYFS, DfE)