Skill· 4mo–6mo· 2 min
Peek-a-Boo with Toys
Parent uses stuffed animals or toys to play peek-a-boo with baby, observing attention, gestural responses, and emotional expressions. The agent coaches the parent to notice how baby communicates preferences and engages socially during this interactive play — building early communication skills and emotional expression.
Free to do together whenever you like.
What you'll need
Baby lying on back on soft surface. Parent positioned where baby can see their face clearly. Have 2-3 stuffed animals or soft toys nearby to use for peek-a-boo. Room should be well-lit and free of distractions.
How it works
The 3-step guide, with what to look for at each step, is for signed-in parents.
What this develops
- MilestoneResponds emotionally to othersHeart· 1mo–13mo· core· Step 2
- MilestoneShows varied emotionsHeart· 2mo–8mo· stretch· Step 2
- MilestoneImitates facial movementsMind· 4mo–8mo· stretch· Step 2
- MilestoneReaches for nearby objectsBody· 4mo–11mo· core· Step 3
- MilestoneSwats or bats at objectsBody· 3mo–5mo· stretch· Step 3
- MilestoneReaches accurately and graspsBody· 3mo–6mo· stretch· Step 3
- MilestoneResponds to a speaking personHeart· 0mo–14mo· core· Step 1
- MilestoneLaughs spontaneouslyHeart· 4mo–9mo· core
- MilestoneRecognizes familiar peopleHeart· 4mo–7mo· stretch
Visual example
Coming soon