Sarah and her mom are taking a walk. Sarah's mom says a new word, "cardinal." Sarah follows her mother's gaze and sees a red bird. What important phenomenon is happening with Sarah and her mom?

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Joint attention is occurring because Sarah and her mom are focusing on the same object (the red bird) while interacting about it, which is a key component of joint attention. This shared focus on an external object or event is crucial for language and social development.

Sarah and Her Mom Are Taking a Walk