Skill· 4mo–12mo· 2 min
The Name Game
Parent tests and strengthens baby's recognition of their own name through a playful calling game from different positions and contexts. The guide helps the parent observe the speed, consistency, and social quality of the baby's response, capturing social engagement, auditory processing, and early attention skills.
Free to do together whenever you like.
What you'll need
Baby on floor, play mat, or bouncy seat. Parent able to move around the room. No special materials needed.
How it works
The 5-step guide, with what to look for at each step, is for signed-in parents.
What this develops
- MilestoneResponds to own nameMind· 6mo–10mo· core· Step 1
- MilestoneTurns toward and locates a soundMind· 1mo–11mo· core· Step 1
- MilestoneEnjoys the company of others and seeks contact with others from birth.Heart· 0mo–11mo· core· Step 4
- MilestoneUnderstands familiar contextual cuesMind· 0mo–11mo· stretch· Step 5
- MilestoneRecognizes familiar caregiverHeart· 0mo–10mo· stretch· Step 4
- MilestoneCrawls or scoots for floor mobilityBody· 7mo–12mo· stretch· Step 5
Visual example
Coming soon