Abstract
The purpose of this chapter is to explore the development of perception of space and motion. There are some important connections between the two along the way. The chapter reviews the data about developmental neuroanatomy or neurophysiology and the large body of research characterizing sensory discrimination abilities of the infant's visual system. It includes findings in which the relation between sensory capacities and perceptual function is fairly clear. This strategy derives only from considerations of space and direct utility. Vision is primary in guiding the movements and spatially oriented activity; it provides the most detailed information about objects, spatial layout, and events. Vision has also been a primary focus of research on the development of space and motion perception. Important aspects of spatial and kinematic perception involving auditory space perception, vestibular influences, and intermodal perception are beyond the scope of this chapter.
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