Skill· 0mo–6mo· 2 min
Where Did It Go? — The Dropping Game
Parent drops a toy in front of baby to see if they look down at the ground to find it. Agent guides parent through a natural play sequence that observes early object tracking and the beginnings of object permanence, while keeping baby engaged and happy.
Free to do together whenever you like.
What you'll need
Baby in supported seated position (lap or bouncer). Parent has a small toy that makes sound when dropped. Hard floor surface nearby for audible drop.
How it works
The 4-step guide, with what to look for at each step, is for signed-in parents.
What this develops
- MilestoneLooks for a dropped objectMind· 6mo–9mo· core
- MilestoneReacts to disappearanceMind· 0mo–11mo· core· Steps 2, 3
- MilestoneTracks a moving object across midlineBody· 2mo–5mo· stretch
- MilestoneSearches for disappeared objectMind· 6mo–12mo· core· Steps 1, 2, 3
- MilestoneReaches for nearby objectsBody· 4mo–11mo· core· Step 1
- MilestoneMakes early non-cry soundsMind· 0mo–3mo· stretch· Step 5
- MilestonePlayful vocal experimentationMind· 5mo–7mo· stretch· Step 5
Visual example
Coming soon