Skill· 7mo–9mo· 2 min
Texture Exploration
Parent introduces baby to different textures in a tub setting — sponges, towels, and cereals — caressing baby first and then letting baby play freely with the materials. The agent guides the parent to observe how baby reaches for materials, holds them with the whole hand, and explores textures during supported sitting.
Free to do together whenever you like.
What you'll need
Baby seated near or in a shallow plastic tub. Parent supporting baby from behind or holding both arms. Have sponges, towels, and dried cereal or pasta in the tub. Supervise closely.
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· Step 2
- MilestoneReaches for nearby objectsBody· 4mo–11mo· core· Step 2
- MilestoneHas a strong exploratory impulse.Mind· 8mo–20mo· core· Step 2
- MilestoneSeeks caregiver comfortHeart· 0mo–12mo· stretch
- MilestoneExplores objects by mouthingBody· 4mo–8mo· core
- MilestoneLooks for a dropped objectMind· 6mo–9mo· stretch
Visual example
Coming soon