Appointments and activities – What's on in the 14th month?
Meeting peers: Ob bei Freundinnen oder Freunden zuhause oder auf dem Spielplatz – Kontakt zu anderen Kleinkindern und Babys macht Eltern wie Kindern gleichermaßen Spaß. Während sich die Eltern unterhalten und Erfahrungen austauschen, können die Kleinen miteinander spielen.
Visit a zoo or farm: Toddlers are enthusiastic about animals. But very few of the animals admired in picture books are found in the garden or on the streets. Especially for children who grow up in a city, there is a lot to see in a zoo or on a farm. It doesn't have to be lions and elephants – pigs and cows are just as exciting. Many farmers are happy to show the animals to small children.
Important developmental milestones in the 14th month
Walking: By 14 months, many babies are at the stage where the first attempts at walking occur. They can already hold their balance while standing fairly well. The first steps are still very wobbly and unsteady.
Fine motor skills: The fine motor skills is developed by 14 months in most babies to the point that building blocks can be stacked and towers built. Crayons are grasped in a fist and the first scribbles are put on paper.
Language: Vocabulary grows rapidly: Babies babble a lot and try to repeat what they have heard. They point at objects and try to name them.
Imitation: Babies at 14 months like to imitate their parents in their play. Whether pretending to talk on the phone or handling the doll – maybe you recognize yourselves in your child's play?
Action and reaction: Babies love to attract attention. Many toddlers deliberately make noise to get a reaction from those present. They also explore cause and effect: The key in my hand clinks when I shake it and makes a real racket when I drop it.
Gait: With the first steps, toddlers do not yet roll off the foot but place the whole foot down. The gait is usually quite wide-legged to better maintain balance.
