Social Development
Turn-taking, play and social engagement
Ages 1.5–4
Turn-Taking
Child waits for their turn, gives the turn to another and re-engages when their turn returns.
Open focus area
Ages 2–5
Parallel to Cooperative Play
Child progresses from playing beside others to playing with others, sharing roles, materials and a common goal.
Open focus area
Ages 1–4
Social Engagement
Child initiates and responds to social interaction with adults and peers, showing interest, warmth and awareness of others.
Open focus area