Responds to their own name and enjoys finding own nose, eyes or tummy as part of interactive games
Shows an interest in their reflection in a mirror, although may not yet realise that the reflection is them
Shows separation anxiety as they become more aware of themselves as separate individuals
Shows an emerging autonomy through asserting choices and preferences such as different tastes and rejects things they don’t want, for example by pushing them away
Understands that their own voice and actions causes an effect on others, e.g. clapping hands starts a game
Shows growing self-confidence through playing freely and with involvement
