Skill· 2y–3y· 2 min
Scoop & Explore Lunchtime
Parent and child practice self-feeding with a spoon while exploring different food textures during a regular meal. The parent provides gentle guidance while the child learns to scoop, bring food to mouth, and experience new sensations.
Free to do together whenever you like.
What you'll need
Prepare your child's meal with 2-3 different textured foods (like mashed potatoes, soft peas, and yogurt). Have a child-sized spoon ready and a bib or washcloth nearby.
How it works
The 4-step guide, with what to look for at each step, is for signed-in parents.
What this develops
- MilestoneFeeds self with spoonBody· 12mo–2.1y· core· Steps 1, 2, 4
- MilestoneFeeds self with utensil (spoon/fork) without spillingBody· 22mo–3y· core
- MilestoneShows object-function knowledgeMind· 2.7y–5y· core· Steps 2, 4
- MilestoneWilling to try new food textures and tastes.Body· 16mo–2.2y· stretch· Step 3
- MilestoneNotices detailed features of objects in their environment.Mind· 22mo–3y· stretch· Step 3
Visual example
Coming soon