Skill· 22mo–2y· 3 min
My Favorite Animal
Parent and child draw the child's favorite animal together, with the parent creating an outline and the child coloring it in. The agent coaches the parent to observe the child's scribbling technique, wrist movement, and fine motor control while fostering creativity and joint attention.
Free to do together whenever you like.
What you'll need
Parent and child sitting together at a table or on floor with drawing surface. Paper, crayons/markers, and optional toy/picture of favorite animal within reach. Ensure child has enough space to move arms freely.
How it works
The 3-step guide, with what to look for at each step, is for signed-in parents.
What this develops
- MilestoneScribbles or makes marksBody· 12mo–22mo· core· Step 3
- MilestoneUses mark-making toolsBody· 22mo–2.8y· core· Step 3
- MilestonePoints and gazes to share attentionHeart· 8mo–2y· stretch
- MilestoneExpresses own preferences and interests.Heart· 22mo–3y· stretch· Step 1
- MilestoneUnderstands simple questionsMind· 14mo–2.2y· core· Step 1
- MilestoneNames familiar referentsMind· 15mo–2.3y· stretch· Step 1
Visual example
Coming soon