Cognitive Development - Infants

Infant Nesting Bowls - Spatial Relations

In this 2 1/2-minute video, an infant experiments with a set of nesting cups and an empty can. He demonstrates mathematical knowledge and geometry and spatial skills as well as initiative and curiosity.

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Ways To Use

  • Practice  observation for DRDP
  • Discussion: what stage of development does this demonstrate?  What are you seeing that indicates that stage?

Use In Your Class

Cognitive Development - Infants