| Your
Child From 1� to 2� Years |
From
Early Toddler to the Terrific Twos:
The Most Important Developmental Achievements |
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| SOCIAL |
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COGNITIVE |
| Typically
Can: |
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Typically
Can: |
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Play alongside
another child with enjoyment |
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Understand
"today" and "soon" but not "yesterday" |
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At times, get
frustrated and bite, hit or pull hair |
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Name parts of the
body |
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Recognize self
and family in photograph |
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Engage in pretend
play with others |
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Be aware of sex
differences |
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| Emerging
Skills: |
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Emerging
Skills: |
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Share a piece of
food |
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Count up to 5 |
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Take turns in a
song or game |
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Match familiar
objects by colour |
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Begin to be
toilet trained |
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Understand
concept of one |
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Group things by
form and size |
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| LANGUAGE |
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EMOTIONAL |
| Typically
Can: |
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Typically
Can: |
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Point to at least
one body part |
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Be away from
parents for a short time without being too upset |
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Name some
pictures in a book |
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Show fears and be
able to be settled down |
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Repeat words |
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Demand own way
for much of time |
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Use 2 - 4 word
sentences |
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Be attached to
cuddly or favourite toy |
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Follow simple
commands |
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Be unhappy about
any changes in routine |
| Emerging
Skills: |
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Emerging
Skills: |
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Sing simple songs |
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Learn to listen
and follow simple directions |
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Use personal
pronouns such as "mine", "me", "you" |
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Name several
emotions and identify them in others |
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Express feelings
verbally (e.g., "I'm mad") |
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| GROSS MOTOR |
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FINE MOTOR |
| Typically
Can: |
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Typically
Can: |
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Run without
falling |
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Take lids off
jars |
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Walk backwards
and sideways |
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Draw vertical
line |
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Climb over
furniture |
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Build tower of 5
blocks |
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Walk upstairs
alternating feet |
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Complete simple
inset puzzle |
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Walk along a line |
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Nest jars and
squares |
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| Emerging
Skills: |
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Emerging
Skills: |
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Kick a ball |
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Clutch pencil
with whole hand |
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Walk a few steps
on tiptoe |
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Hold brush and
paint on paper |
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Throw and
retrieve objects |
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Use small
scissors to cut |
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Jump in place,
both feet off the floor |
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String beads |
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Pedal a tricycle |
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Imitate folding
paper in half |
GAMES & ACTIVITIES
FOR YOU & YOUR TODDLER:
Sorting
games encourage your child to sort things into two containers by colour and
shape.
Sensory games let your child feel things like a brush,
prickly rubber toy, sponge, sandpaper, velvet, etc. Have him/her match and name textures
and objects. Put them in a bag and have the child find and name them.
Creative activities such as crayons, paint, paper and other
creative materials offer a fun experience for your child. These activities will encourage
eye-hand coordination, fine motor skills and give the child a sense of control.
Role-play by having a corner where your child can engage in
make-believe play. Join him/her in these role-plays and pretend games, encouraging his/her
imagination.
Playing with words lets your child expand his/her
vocabulary. Try to label familiar objects and actions and sing familiar songs. Use picture
books to label objects while also fostering an enjoyment for books. Remember to give your
child a chance to use all the new words being learned. |
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information please call 1-877-583-KIDS. |
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