And around 9 months, a newly developed pincer grasp makes it easier for babies to pick up smaller objects, like blocks and other small age - appropriate toys. (kidshealth.org)
What they are learning while they play: creativity: combining materials, making sculptural art forms, representing nature, using art during play motor skills: cutting, flying, pinching, snipping, tearing, sticking using pincer grasp and baby grip (theimaginationtree.com)
Before they use a thumb - finger pincer grasp, at about seven to 11 months old, infants typically pick things up with a more immature palmer grasp. (verywellfamily.com)