How bright is your infant?

Does your child
a) Turn his/her head away when not wanting food
b) Lift his/her arms to be picked up
c) Play pat-a-cake or wave goodbye

Can your child
a) Grab a toy you hand him/her
b) Drop a toy on purpose
c) Stack two cups or two bricks

Can your child
a) Have a babble conversation with you
b) Look where you look
c) Imitate an action such as pretending to drink from a toy cup

When you call your child’s name does he/she
a) Ignore their name being called
b) Turn to you when you call his/her name
c) Know his/her name & recognise Mummy & Daddy

Does your child
a) Ignore a toy or teddy when they drop it
b) Look for a toy or teddy when they drop it
c) Intentionally drop a toy or teddy and watch where it goes

The average six month old should not be able to do some things listed so should score around 3-4 points. The aversage nine month old should have some A’s and some B’s and score 7-8 points. The average 12 month old should have some B & C scores and a total of around 12-13. Higher total than these suggests advanced development.

Scoring: a=1pt, b=2pts, c=3pts

Source: Fisher-Price

Every child is unique and develops at his or her own pace. The text given here is for information and guidance only and should not be treated as a substitute for medical, legal or other professional advice.