Area of Development: Cognitive

Raymond

Now that Raymond, 6 months, is able to sit by himself, he explores toys with both of his hands.

Raymond turns the toys over, shaking or patting them, and often putting them in his mouth.

He notices new toys and examines them.

How Your Baby is Developing

• Exploration and Discovery—Uses senses to explore people objects and the environment; attends to color, shapes, patterns or pictures; shows interest and curiosity in new people and objects.

Helping Your Baby Grow

• Allow baby time to explore through looking, sucking, reaching and touching.
• Provide a variety of objects in different sizes, shapes, colors and textures.
• Place baby in a safe area, without a lot of distractions and loud noises, for time to explore and play.

Source: The Minnesota Early Childhood Indicators of Progress