Your baby tries to sing along and has specific song requests—music is becoming a language of its own.
These musical activities develop vocal imitation of melody, encourage musical expression, and build the auditory processing skills that support both music appreciation and language.
Walking is right around the corner. Push toys and sturdy furniture give your almost-toddler the confidence to take those first wobbly steps.
Your baby loves imitating you. Give them a play phone, a small broom, or safe kitchen items—pretend play is starting!
Simple shape sorters and chunky puzzles build problem-solving skills. Cheer when they get a piece in—confidence matters more than speed.
Fill a sealed water bottle with rice or pasta for a homemade baby shaker — a taste-safe rattle your little one can grip and shake to make music.
Help your baby tap on different household surfaces — a wooden table, a cushion, a pot lid — to discover that different textures make different sounds.
Toss lightweight scarves into the air while singing — your baby will love tracking the colors as they float down in time with the music.
Wind up a music box and hide it under a cloth for your baby to find — combining the magic of music with early object permanence exploration.
Play soft instrumental music while giving your baby a gentle massage — combining soothing touch with musical awareness for a deeply calming experience.
Bounce your baby on your knee while singing action rhymes like "Ride a Cock Horse" — a joyful way to introduce tempo and predictable patterns.