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-May be able to walk a few steps alone.
-May climb out of crib, high chair, or stroller. -
-Begins to form concepts. Notices actions of other children and adults. Loves to mimic all actions.
-Has very short memory and almost no forethought. -
-May be able to walk sideways
-May show hand prefence in al activites -
-Gradually refines concepts
-Remembers where objects belong -
-Runs without falling often
-Loves to run, jump and climb -
-Can remember familiar objects without seeing them
-Is interested in tiny things such as bugs -
Toddler throwing a tennis ball -Walks with more coordination and assurance
-Can throw a ball into a basket -
-Becomes interested in the outcome of activites rather than just the activities themselves
-identifies familiar objects on tv screen -
-Improves motor skills as torso lengthens and baby fat begins to disappear
-Enjoys running but is unable to measure sudden stops. May collide with other people or obstacles. -
-Understands cause and effect in terms of own
-Is better able to use nearby objects in make-believe games -
-Climbs up slide ladder and slides down
-Walks on tiptoes -
-Can remember and follow three-step commands
-Recognizes self in photgraphs
