At what age do infants typically begin to stack blocks and place pegs in holes?

Infants typically begin to stack blocks and place pegs in holes around the age of 12 to 14 months. This developmental milestone signifies that they are gaining better control over their fine motor skills. By this age, infants are often able to grasp objects with their fingers and demonstrate improved hand-eye coordination, which are essential for activities such as stacking blocks and manipulating pegs.

During this period of development, children are also exploring their environment and learning about spatial relationships through play. They may experiment with balance and gravity as they stack objects, which helps enhance their cognitive skills as they begin to understand cause and effect. The ability to engage in these activities marks an important step in their developmental journey, progressing from random grasping and reaching to purposeful manipulation of objects. Understanding this milestone allows caregivers and educators to foster appropriate play-based learning activities that support continued motor and cognitive development.