Baby Basics: Playing

Which of the following is considered an appropriate toy for a newborn?

• Rolling objects

• Musical toys

• Stationary activity centers

• Stacking toys

You should never throw a baby in the air

• True

• False

During which age should a more physical playing approach take place?

• Birth to three months

• Newborn

• Four to six months

• Seven to nine months

At one month of age, one of the recommended playing activities is tickling the baby.

• True

• False

At which age do babies become more alert and spend more time awake?

• Three months

• One month

• Six months

• One year

It is important to be gentle with infants and be aware of their __________.

• Senses

• Limitations

• Access

• Development

Keeping a baby happy and providing opportunities to play and learn sets the foundation for __________.

• Cognitive development

• Social development

• Physical development

• Self-esteem development

Placing toys around a baby so they must move to reach them is encouraged during which age range?

• Birth to three months

• Four to six months

• Seven to nine months

• 10 to 12 months

Which of the following is NOT recommended when playing with an infant?

• Using baby talk when communicating with a baby

• Allowing a baby to explore the house

• Allowing a baby to play with siblings

• Leaving a baby in a playpen or bouncer for long period of time

Which of the following toys should NOT be avoided during the first year?

• Toys with lead-based paint

• Toys with cords 12 inches long

• Marbles

• Blocks