The first smile. Their first step. Waving bye-bye. Even raising a hand to give a high-five. These are all part of what are called developmental milestones. Children reach milestones as they play, learn, speak, act, and move. Developmental milestones are things most children (75% or more) can do by a certain age.*
These milestones are not a substitute for a standardized, validated developmental screening tool. These developmental milestones show what most children (75% or more) can do by each age. Subject matter experts selected these milestones based on available data and expert consensus. Milestones information published here is based on the information and guidance provided by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). What is a Developmental Milestone? (n.d.). Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.
Babies are born ready to learn. Researchers have discovered that between the ages of 0-5 years a child’s brain completes at least 90% of its growth. Learn how children’s development during this period prepares them for school and life-long success.
The science of early brain development can inform investments in early childhood. These basic concepts, established over decades of neuroscience and behavioral research, help illustrate why child development—particularly from birth to five years—is a foundation for a prosperous and sustainable society.
Learn five ways you can support your child’s growing vocabulary for future success and happiness. Plus, find some recommendations on books to read to your child!
This campaign is supported with funding from the Administration for Children and Families (ACF), Child Care and Development Fund through the America Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) administered by the Nevada Division of Welfare and Supportive Services Child Care and Development Program (Federal Grant #2021, G990232) and the Preschool Development Grant Birth through Five Initiative (PDG B-5) (Federal Grant #90TP099) administered by the Nevada Department of Education, Office of Early Learning and Development, subawarded to The Children’s Cabinet. Its contents are solely the responsibility of the authors and do not necessarily represent the official views of the Departments, Division, Office nor ACF.
