Skill· 13mo–15mo· 2 min
Ping Pong Body Game
Parent plays a gentle touch-and-anticipation game during diaper changes, saying 'Ping' as they move their finger toward a body part and 'Pong' as they gently touch it. The agent coaches the parent to observe body awareness, anticipation skills, and social engagement as the toddler learns to track movements and predict gentle touches.
Free to do together whenever you like.
What you'll need
Toddler lying on changing mat or surface, calm and alert. Have diaper changing supplies within reach. Best done during a routine diaper change when toddler is not fussy.
How it works
The 3-step guide, with what to look for at each step, is for signed-in parents.
What this develops
- MilestoneAnticipates repeated sounds, sights and actions, e.g. when an adult demonstrates an action toy several times.Mind· 8mo–20mo· core· Steps 1, 2
- MilestoneResponds to a speaking personHeart· 0mo–14mo· stretch· Step 3
- MilestoneClosely observes what animals, people and vehicles do.Mind· 8mo–20mo· stretch· Step 1
Visual example
Coming soon