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 the baby’s awareness of his face

 a purpose for looking and listening

 an interest in interacting with another person

Use a large wall mirror or a non-breakable hand mirror and show the baby his face. Call the baby by name and say,‘I see (baby’s name).’With the baby still looking in the mirror, use a paper plate and block the baby’s view. Gradually slide the plate from left to right so that the baby’s face gradually comes into view. As you do this say,‘Peek-a-boo (or Peep po!), I see (baby’s name).’Repeat this several times. Babies recognise and distinguish human faces, especially exaggerated facial expressions, at an early age and may attempt to respond to changes in facial expressions.

With the baby watching, try hiding your face with the plate and gradually expose your face by moving the plate. Once again say,‘Peek-a-boo, I see (baby’s name).’Be sure to observe the baby’s reaction. Repeat this and the other activities at various times. The baby is learning to play a game. He looks. He listens. He responds. At the same time, the baby is becoming more aware of his name.