Skill· 7mo–9mo· 2 min
Watch the Hanging Object
Parent uses a string with a small object to demonstrate movement and disappearance, helping baby understand that objects continue to exist when out of sight. The agent guides the parent to observe visual tracking, anticipation, and early search behaviors — building object permanence and cognitive foundations.
Free to do together whenever you like.
What you'll need
Baby seated in supportive seat or on parent's lap, alert and attentive. Parent holds a string with a small safe object tied to the end. Object should be colorful and interesting to baby.
How it works
The 3-step guide, with what to look for at each step, is for signed-in parents.
What this develops
- MilestoneFinds a visibly hidden objectMind· 7mo–14mo· stretch
- MilestoneSearches for disappeared objectMind· 6mo–12mo· core· Steps 1, 2
- MilestoneLooks for a dropped objectMind· 6mo–9mo· core
- MilestoneMoves obstacle to get objectMind· 8mo–12mo· stretch· Step 3
- MilestoneReacts to disappearanceMind· 0mo–11mo· core· Steps 1, 2
- MilestoneReaches for nearby objectsBody· 4mo–11mo· stretch· Step 2
Visual example
Coming soon