From the start, babies eagerly explore their world-and that includes themselves and other people. Babies spend a lot of time getting to know their own bodies. They: Suck their own fingers Observe ...

Put simply, social-emotional development refers to children’s ability to “experience ... such as baking or working on a project. These activities can open up time for conversation.

Teach kids to recognize and name their feelings — while having fun — with toys that show them different facial expressions.