the life of a child 1-3 years of age

  • 12 months

    -turns several pages of a book at a time.
    -pick up smaller objects with thumb and forefingers.
    -moves objects from hand to hand.
    -may walk alone or while holding a caregivers hand.
    -sits down without help
    -plays alone but often near others.
    -dislikes sharing toys.
    -desires approval.
    -fears some strangers.
    -children eat a variety of foods , finger foods such as slices of banana.
    -slides down stairs backwards, one step at a time.
    -children learn through their senses and own actions
  • 12 months cont.

    -begins to put 2 words together.
    -names common objects and people.
    -understands "no" but ignores.
    -finds hidden objects.
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    developmental mile stones ages 1-3

  • 18 months

    -stacks from 2 to 4 blocks.
    -grasps crayons with a fist and scribbles.
    -walks well.
    -jumps in place.
    -climbs up and down one stair.
    -very self-centered.
    -pulls toys with wheels.
    -children learn through their senses and own actions.
    -independent.
  • 2 years cont.

    -uses two- to three- word sentences.
    -knows about 500 words.
    -follows simple directions.
    -idnetifies colors.
  • 2 years

    -stacks 6 blocks.
    -turns ones page of a book at a time.
    -picks up objects from the floor without losing balance.
    -walks with confidence.
    -jumps off the bottom step.
    -eat food themselves, learn to use fork, take a long time to
    eat.
    -pushes self on wheeled toys.
    -very social.
    -engages in parallel play.
    -plays simple games with others.
    -less at odds with the world.
    -bosses other children.
    -says please on prompt.
    -children think in terms of their own activities and what they perceive at the moment.
  • 2 1/2 years

    -stacks eight blocks.
    -screws lids on and off of containers.
    -draws circles and horizontal and vertical lines.
    -alternates feet going up stairs but not going down.
    -runs but may not be able to stop smoothly.
    feels over whelmed a lot and frustrated which turns to anger.
    -they typically do the oppisite of what they are told.
    -throws ball over head but inaccurately.
  • 3 years.

    -stacks nine or ten blocks.
    -cuts with scissors.
    -draws recognizable pictures.
    -jumps up and down in place with both feet.
    -catches a ball with arms straight.
    -skillful with fork and spoon.
    - generally happy child who is eager to help.
    -very considerate they share, help, and do things for others.
    -takes part in breif group activities.
    -takes turns.
    --likes to help.
    -shows affection. -rides a tricycle.
  • 3 years cont.

    -uses longer sentences.
    -knows about 900 words.
    -follows two- part directions.
    -sorts by shape and colors.