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Forum References FAQ's Quiz Lecture Introduction What are the Stages in Floor Time?

Think of this as a developmental ladder

Dr. Greenspan (1998) emphasizes the importance of beginning at the child’s current level (where he/she is stuck, or has “derailed”) and moving up toward the next developmental level (getting him/her unstuck or back on track). Below are the developmental stages that children may learn to master through Floor Time.

Greenspan’s Stages of Relating and Communicating:

Stage 1: ENGAGEMENT (Birth-8 months)

Babies smile, coo, show recognition and begin to use some gestures toward their parents. During this time, babies are also beginning to be able to self-calm.

Stage 2: TW0-WAY COMMUNICATION (6-18 months)

Children take part in two-way interactions through movement and gestures (raising up arms to be picked up by a parent)

Stage 3: SHARED MEANINGS (18-36 months)

Children begin to use words and pretend play to communicate what they are thinking.

Stage 4: EMOTIONAL THINKING (3-5 years)

Children are able to build on pretend play and fantasies. They begin to make connections between different ideas and themes. They start to see a connection between how they are feeling, and acting. They begin to be aware of consequences.

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