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They eat a variety of foods. Finger foods, such as slices of banana. Avoid hard food like raw carrots that can cause choking.
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- Sits down without help.
- Moves objects from hand to hand.
- May walk alone or while holding a caregiver's hand. -Picks up small objects with thumb and forefinger.
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- Plays alone but often near others.
- Dislikes sharing toys.
- Desires approval
- Fears some strangers.
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- Begins to put words together.
- Names common objects and people.
- Understands "no" but ignores.
- Finds hidden objects.
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- Stacks from two to four blocks.
- Walks well -Jumps in place.
- Pulls toys with wheels.
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They are self-centered, meaning they think about their own needs and wants not those of others. They tend to have negativism, or doing the opposite of what others want. They have the desire for their own independence. They want to do more than their bodies are yet able to accomplish. They tend to throw temper tantrums.
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Develop independence. Their closest relationships continue to be those with their families. Even though they are playing in the same area as other child they aren't directly playing with the other child. They tend to treat people as objects more than human beings.
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- Stacks six blocks.
- Screws lids on and off contIaners.
- Runs but may not be able to stop smoothly.
- Throws a ball overhead but inaccuratly.
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Good at understanding and interacting with their main caregivers. They find it fun to play with someone else. They start to understand the idea of sharing or taking turns.
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They are less at odds with the world. They can understand more and wait longer for various needs to be met.They express love and affection freely and seeks approval and praise. They are more outgoing and friendly.
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Feed themselves and learn how to use a fork. They often take a long time to eat. Still improving their fine motor skills. They should eat with the rest of the family.
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- Engages parallel play.
- Plays simple games with others.
- Bosses other children.
- Says "please" is prompted.
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Aren't as easily distracted. They learn so much they often feel overwhelmed, and frustration becomes anger.
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- uses two- to three-word sentences.
- Knows about 500 words.
- Follows simple directions.
- Identifies colors.
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Generally a happy child who is eager to help.
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- Stacks nine or ten blocks.
- Cuts with scissors.
- Draws recognizable pictures.
- Rides a tricycle.
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Quite skillful at using a spoon and fork. They have a full set of primary teeth, so chewing food isn't a problem. Meats and other tough foods should be cut into small pieces.
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A child may refuse to do anything at all for one person, while happily doing almost anything another person asks. They begin to learn the rights of others. They respond to the right of fairness, at first they are most concerned what is fair for them.
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- Takes part in brief group activities (cooperative play).
- Takes turns.
- Likes to help.
- Shows affection.
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The child is often bothered by fears.
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- Uses longer sentences.
- Knows about 900 words.
- Follows two-part directions.
- Sorts by color and shape.