Has a strong exploratory impulse. Concentrates intently on an object or activity of own choosing for short periods. Pays attention to dominant stimulus – easily distracted by noises or other people talking. Developing the ability to follow others' body language, including pointing and gesture.

What does strong exploratory impulse mean?

Has a strong exploratory impulse. • Concentrates intently on an object or activity of own choosing for short periods. • Pays attention to dominant stimulus – easily distracted by noises or other people talking.

What does pays attention to dominant stimulus mean?

Typical behaviour – EYO states that we might observe the child paying: 'attention to dominant stimulus – they will be easily distracted by noises or other people talking. ' What does it mean? – The toddler will sort of listen to you – until something more exciting comes along.