When Does the Sensorimotor Stage Begin?

The sensorimotor stage is the first stage of your child's life, according to Jean Piaget's theory of child development. It begins at birth and lasts through age 2.

What is the sensorimotor period?

The sensorimotor period refers to the earliest stage (birth to 2 years) in Jean Piaget's theory of cognitive development. This stage is characterized as the period of a child's life when learning occurs through a child's sensory and motor interactions with the physical environment.

What are the sensorimotor stages?

The sensorimotor stage of development can be broken down into six additional sub-stages including simple reflexes, primary circular reactions, secondary circular reactions, coordination of reactions, tertiary circular reactions, and early symbolic thought.