Milestoneunknown· 21mo–2y

Points to 1 or more body parts

Points to 1 or more body parts

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What the research says

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Normative evidence

1 source back this milestone. The bars below show the age range each source covers.

This milestone21mo–2yWHO GSED0mo–3y012243648607284months
Milestone windowNormative study
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What mastery looks like

Not yet

Cannot yet points to 1 or more body parts

  • No observable behavior matching this item
Emerging

Beginning to show points to 1 or more body parts with direct support

  • Requires significant prompting or physical assistance
Developing

Demonstrates points to 1 or more body parts in structured observation

  • Performs with mild support
  • Inconsistent across contexts
Secure

Consistently passes item across contexts

  • Reliably demonstrates without prompting
Reflexive

Masters item; demonstrates generalization

  • Applies skill spontaneously in novel situations

Activities for this (1)

Thinking10mo–2.2y

Growing Vocabulary

Parent observes expressive and receptive vocabulary growth, fine-motor object manipulation, and early direction-following: number of spoken words, identifying objects and clothing, pointing to body parts, pincer grasp, releasing objects, and following simple spoken commands. Covers twelve language, fine-motor, and comprehension milestones at 12-24mo.

Formal assessments

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