With her increasingly sharp memory and better eye–hand coordination, your baby will begin to play detective this month. New problem–solving skills will prompt her to investigate toys by banging and shaking them. She'll turn objects around with her hands to explore their characteristics. And she'll remember where to search for hidden toys.

By the end of month eight, your little "private eye" will be trying to stand, using those curious hands to pull herself up on furniture, people and whatever else she can find.