Skill· 10mo–12mo· 2 min
Splash for Sensory Development
Parent supports baby in bath water, allowing feet to touch the surface and encouraging splashing movements. The agent coaches the parent to observe sensory preferences, cause-effect understanding, and motor coordination as baby discovers how leg movements create water splashes.
Free to do together whenever you like.
What you'll need
Baby in bath with warm water. Parent holding baby securely in upright position. Water level should be low enough that baby's feet just touch the surface when held. Ensure good grip and supervision.
How it works
The 3-step guide, with what to look for at each step, is for signed-in parents.
What this develops
- MilestoneExplores or responds to texturesBody· 6mo–12mo· core
- MilestoneRepeats actions that have an effect, e.g. kicking or hitting a mobile or shaking a rattle.Mind· 0mo–11mo· stretch· Step 2
- MilestonePlays with feet while supineBody· 4mo–14mo· stretch
- MilestoneExperiments with object actionsMind· 8mo–20mo· stretch· Step 2
Visual example
Coming soon