Use a flashlight to stimulate baby's senses and strengthen muscles.

Encourage your child to cross his midline by moving a toy that he is reaching for.

Make a do-it-yourself meal by giving baby foods she can practice picking up herself.

Get out the pots and pans (and ear plugs) and watch your baby discover cause and effect by making noise.

Make faces in the mirror with your baby and name the emotion you’re showing.

Hide your baby’s favorite stuffed animal under a blanket while she watches you.

Use this baby favorite to explore "object permanence."

Allowing your baby to play with toys and objects helps him begin to learn how things work and that objects have different shapes, colors and textures.

Hang a mirror at your child's level and talk to him about the image.

Show your baby that she can use tools to solve problems.

Help your baby learn about sizes by talking to him about objects around the house.

Help your baby build strong muscles and improve balance.

This activity hones your baby’s listening skills, and it will help her distinguish the difference between musical instruments later.

Playing finger or hand games helps your baby make logical connections between action and reaction.

Introduce your baby to the different parts of the body using a doll or stuffed animal.

Children around the world sing various words set to the tune of Twinkle, Twinkle, Little Star (including the Alphabet Song). Download this world-famous song from Scout’s online library and use the lyrics to help you do the finger play for your baby—soon she’ll be trying it too!

Understanding the sequence of the day and what comes next helps babies feel safe and secure. Try this activity with your baby to get your morning in motion.

Baths, books and lullabies are all useful bedtime routines. But sooner or later, your child will need to learn the techniques for soothing herself to sleep.