Milestoneunknown· 13mo–19mo

Can take a few steps without support

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What the research says

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Normative evidence

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What mastery looks like

Not yet

Shows no attempt to can take a few steps without support

Shows no attempt to can take a few steps without support
No observable behavior matching this milestone

Emerging

Occasionally or inconsistently can take a few steps without support

Occasionally or inconsistently can take a few steps without support
Requires significant support or prompting

Developing

Frequently can take a few steps without support with some support

Frequently can take a few steps without support with some support
Shows the behavior in familiar contexts

Secure

Consistently can take a few steps without support across contexts

Consistently can take a few steps without support across contexts
Performs independently without prompting

Reflexive

Readily can take a few steps without support and extends the behavior

Readily can take a few steps without support and extends the behavior
Shows flexibility and adaptation in approach

Activities for this (1)

physical10mo–22mo

First Steps

Parent observes and counts independent steps, using a gentle lure or familiar person to encourage walking. Covers first independent walking milestones at 12-18mo. Three phases: free walking observation, step-counting with lure, and walking toward or away from parent.

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Standardised assessment view

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