Vertical Visual Tracking
Baby follows toy with eyes up and down
What the research says
Referenced across 1 developmental framework: asq_3
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Before this (2)
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Helpful (1)
- Visual Tracking HorizontalMin: developingHorizontal tracking typically develops before vertical
Character (1)
How it's taught
Move small toy slowly up and down about 10 inches from face
Materials: Small interesting toy
What mastery looks like
Does not track objects vertically
- No vertical eye following
- Loses object immediately
Briefly follows object partway up or down
- Limited vertical arc
- Loses object mid-path
Sometimes follows toy up and down with eyes
- Inconsistent vertical tracking
- Partial arc
Regularly follows toy vertically with eyes
- Smooth vertical tracking
- Full up-down arc
Vertical tracking is automatic and smooth
- Anticipates movement
- Tracks in all directions
Activities for this (12)
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.
Follow the object
This helps stimulate your baby's ability to fixate his or her sight on moving objects. Introducing different textures is a wonderful way to stimulate your baby s senses, aiding in the development of their sense of touch. Ensure your baby has daily contact with a variety of textures such
Name That Object
Parent points to and names everyday objects in the room while baby watches and listens. The agent coaches the parent to observe whether baby tracks their pointing, looks at named objects, and vocalizes in response — building early receptive vocabulary, consonant babbling, and joint attention.
Visual Tracking Activity
Parent moves a colorful ball or toy slowly in front of baby to encourage visual tracking. The agent coaches the parent to observe whether baby can fixate on and follow moving objects, building foundational visual processing and early hand-eye coordination.
Finding the origin of the sound
This helps stimulate your baby's perception of sounds. It is important to focus on both your baby s hearing and visual coordination to promote healthy development. Holding a rattle or shaker, gradually move it up and down and side to side near your baby s
The moving mobile
This helps stimulate your baby's ability to fixate his or her sight on moving objects. When your baby is lying down in his crib, gently push on any hanging objects or turn on any mobiles around the crib so that he can observe the moving objects. See if your baby follows the movement of
Tracking Moving Objects
Parent uses colorful objects to encourage baby's visual tracking skills. The agent guides the parent to slowly move objects across baby's visual field, observing fixation, smooth pursuit, and midline crossing — building the foundational visual skills needed for hand-eye coordination and spatial awareness.
Follow the ghost
This helps Stimulate your baby's ability to fixate his sight on moving objects. During tummy time, enhance your baby s visual coordination by holding their favorite blanket, toy, or book in front of them. Capture their attention and then move the object in various directions to o
Enhancing visual tracking
This helps stimulate your baby's memory. Prioritizing visual development is crucial for your baby's overall growth. When your baby is playing with multiple toys or objects, actively engage them in visual coordination exercises. Move the toys
Discover Hidden Toys
Parent hides toys under a blanket and encourages baby to find them, introducing the concept of object permanence. The agent coaches the parent to observe attention, visual tracking, and early understanding that objects exist even when hidden.
Alternating Attention
Parent introduces two bright objects and encourages baby to shift focus between them, building visual tracking and attentional control. The agent coaches the parent to observe gaze fixation, attention shifting, and visual engagement.
Rattle Distraction Nail Trim
Parent uses a rattle to distract baby during nail trimming while observing visual tracking skills. The agent coaches the parent to notice how baby follows the moving rattle with eyes, building early visual development and making care routines more engaging.
Formal assessments
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