What’s It Like to be 6 Months Old?

How I Grow

• I turn and twist in all directions.

• I roll from my back to my stomach.

• I sometimes can sit up without the support of my arms.

• I creep backward and forward with my stomach on the floor.

• I hold onto an object with one hand and then put it in the other hand.

• I hold one building block, reach for a second one, and look for a third one right away.

• I grab for an object when it drops.

How I Understand

• I know that I have to use my hands to pick up something.

• I look at and study things for a long time.

• I turn objects upside down just to get another view of them.

• I turn when I hear my name.

How I Talk

• I still babble a lot, but I have more control of sounds.

• I’m beginning to understand some words by the tone of voice you use.

How I Feel

• I haven’t learned how to control my feelings yet.

• I complain and howl when I don’t get my way.

• I giggle, coo, and squeal with joy when I’m happy.

• I have very strong likes and dislikes about food.