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Keeps hands fisted or slightly open.
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On tummy, can lift head and chest from surface using arms for support.
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Swipes at objects, gradually improving aim
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Able to place objects in mouth
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Begins to grasp objects with thumb and fingers
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On tummy, moves by pushing with legs and reaching with arms
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May be able to pull self to a standing position
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Sits alone steadily for longer periods of time
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crawls may try to crawl up stairs
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uses index finger to point, lead, and poke
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Likes to walk holding caregivers hand
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Stands with little support
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May carry spoon to mouth in feeding attempt
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Stands Alone
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May be able to pull off clothing
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Walks Holding onto furniture
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Is comforted by the human voice and music
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Discovers hands and feet as an extension of self
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Smille's and coos when caregiver talks to him or her
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Likes to repeat enjoyable acts like shaking a rattle
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Smiles at self in mirror
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Grabs at any and all objects in reach
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May be able to play the peek-a-boo game
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Likes to empty and fill containers
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Finds objects that are totally hidden
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Responds appropriately to a few specific words
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Links specific acts or events to other events
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Speaks first recognizable word
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Puts nesting toys together correctly
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Begins to find familiar objects that are not in view but have permanent locations
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Likes to open containers and look at their contents
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Waves goodbye
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Reacts to discomfort and pain by crying for assistance
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Whimpers when hungry, chortles when content
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Responds to continued warmth and affection 4m
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Laughs when tickled
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May begin to show fearful behavior as separateness is felt
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May begin clinging to a primary caregiver. Desires constant attention from caregiver
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Begins to have a sense of humor
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Values quick display of love and support from caregivers
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May show fear of heights. may be afraid to crawl down from a chair
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May show a fear of new sounds
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cry's less often
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Expresses delight, happiness, sadness, discomfort, and anger
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Seeks approval and tries to avoid disapproval
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Recognizes the difference between being good and naughty
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Shows increased negativism
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May resist napping
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Is comforted by the human faces
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enjoys playing with siblings
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Tries to attract attentions of caregivers
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Shows increased pleasure in social interactions
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Enjoys social aspects of feeding time
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Distinguishing between familiar and unfamiliar adults
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Enjoys being with children
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Thoroughly enjoys company of siblings
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Exhibits fear of strangers
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Show interest in play activities of others
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Likes to play games like pat-a-cake
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Is way more aware of and sensitive to other children
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Performs for others, repeats act if applauded
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Likes to say no and shake head to get response from a caregiver
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Imitates movements of other adults and children
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enjoy playing with siblings
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Likes to practice communication with adults