A quick guide to what your toddler could be doing and some ideas of activities…
Do
from 18 months…
walk
stop without falling over
kneel
carry something
climb
scribble
use pincer movement
from 2 years…
run
climb steps
use a spoon and fork
draw circles and lines
build a tower of blocks
pick up tiny objects
Aware Of
Cause & effect
absent object awareness
following simple instructions
naming things
label basic feelings
Enjoy
singing
dancing
books
pretend play
playing with other children
To Try
getting outdoors – playgrounds, parks, woods, beaches
balloons
push/pull toys
going for a walk
puzzles
drawing
naming objects
conversations
duplo & bricks
cooking swimming
dancing
Janine Smith