Object Permanence with Search
merged.cognitive.object_permanence_with_search
Thinkingmeasurable4mo–18mo
Measured by 1 instrument· Cross-instrument confidence:
What this is
Searches for objects that are hidden from view, demonstrating understanding that objects continue to exist when not visible
Who measures this
| Instrument | Approach | Age range | Mapping confidence | Ref |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Bayley-4 Bayley Scales of Infant and Toddler Development, Fourth Edition | Clinician observation (developmental) Subscale: Cognitive | 1mo–3.5y | cognitive.object_permanence |
“Approach” describes how the instrument assesses this construct, not the specific items. We never reproduce proprietary test items.
Age coverage
Our voice baseline item
Voice baseline item not yet authored for this construct.
Connected milestone view
The same canonical item shows up on the developmental page with prerequisites, activities, and full developmental context.
View as developmental milestone →Activities that develop this
Instruments referenced
- Bayley-4Aylward, G.P. (2020). New Bayley-4 Normative Data: Implications for Clinical Practicedoi:10.1097/DBP.0000000000000739