Observation of cognitive development of infants (19-24 months)

INFANT STIMULATION PROGRAMMES 3 (0+3)

Module 3: Observation and Recording the Development of Infants (13 to 24 months) in different Child Care Centers

Observation of cognitive development of infants (19-24 months)

Introduction: Children will first understand names, then single words and finally simple sentences. Babies will understand spoken language much earlier than they will be able to speak it. It is also during this time that babies will begin to develop simple problem solving skills.

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Aim: To observe the cognitive development of infants in the age range of 19-24 months

Objectives:

  1. To understand the cognitive development of infants 19-24 months.
  2. To develop the skill to observe the cognitive development of infants in the age range of 19-24 months.

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Activities

Performed

Emerging

Not at emerged

1

Leads parent to desired object




2

Puts away toys on request




3

Pretends to play musical instrument




4

Imitates housework activities




5

Groups objects in play




6

Uses two toys together in pretend play




7

Knows four body parts and clothing item on self




8

Chooses five familiar objects upon request




9

Names pictures when asked/points to things




10

Attempts to fix broken toys




11

Stacks and assembles toys and objects




12

Chooses one object from group of five upon request




13

Follows two-step directions




14

Uses both small and large toys




15

Plays for longer periods than before; interested in manipulative and constructive toys




16

Enjoys rhymes and singing




17

Will have inanimate objects perform actions (doll washes self)




18

Notices shapes of things




19

Thinks somewhat before acting




20

Uses a tool to obtain a desired object




21

Can foresee effects




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