Cognitive Development Activities

Look for missed attention, memory, language, or social skills milestones. Difficulty following instructions or significant frustration with tasks might also be a cause for concern.

Sing songs, read stories with sound effects, and ask questions! Turn playtime into active learning with blocks, memory games, or obstacle courses. Describe your surroundings — talk about colors, different textures, shapes, and textures to build vocabulary and observation skills.

A caregiver or parent should seek help if a child misses key developmental milestones, such as delayed speech, motor skills, or social interactions, compared to peers. Additionally, concerns about regression, unusual behaviors, or difficulties in learning, communication, or emotional regulation warrant professional evaluation.