Neighborhood boundaries Neighbors take responsibility for monitoring and supervising infants behavior as they begin to play and interact outside the home. Parents and other adults model positive, responsible behavior. Positive peer observation Infants observe siblings and other children interacting in positive ways. They have opportunities to interact with children of various ages. Parents have realistic expectations for infants development at this age.
Parents encourage development without pushing infants beyond their own pace.
Constructive Use of Time 17. Creative activities Parents expose infants to music, art, or other creative aspects of the environment each day. The family keeps infants needs in mind when attending events. The family regularly attends religious programs or services while keeping infants needs in mind. Positive, supervised time at home Parents supervise infants at all times and provide predictable, enjoyable routines at home.