Skill· 10mo–18mo· 2 min
The Cuddle and Share Game
Parent and child engage in a warm, physical play session involving hugging, gentle roughhousing, and sharing objects. The guide helps the parent observe how the child shows affection -- through touch, offerings, proximity seeking, and emotional expression -- capturing social-emotional development alongside language and motor skills.
Free to do together whenever you like.
What you'll need
Cozy spot on couch or floor with pillows. Have a stuffed animal, blanket, and optional small snack. Relaxed, warm atmosphere.
How it works
The 5-step guide, with what to look for at each step, is for signed-in parents.
What this develops
- MilestoneShows affection to familiar peopleHeart· 12mo–2y· core
- MilestoneResponds emotionally to othersHeart· 1mo–13mo· core· Steps 1, 6
- MilestoneShows concernHeart· 18mo–4y· core· Step 6
- MilestoneSimple pretend playMind· 14mo–2.2y· core· Step 2
- MilestoneEnjoys the company of others and seeks contact with others from birth.Heart· 0mo–11mo· core· Step 1
- MilestoneFollows visually supported requestsMind· 12mo–15mo· core· Step 3
- MilestoneReenacts household routines in playMind· 16mo–3y· core· Step 2
- MilestoneFollows visually supported instructionsMind· 8mo–18mo· core· Step 3
- MilestoneUses single meaningful wordsMind· 8mo–20mo· stretch· Step 4
- MilestoneShows object to caregiverHeart· 11mo–15mo· stretch
- MilestoneBasic directed throwBody· 18mo–2.5y· stretch· Step 2
Visual example
Coming soon