What your toddler is learning now

While toddlers may progress at different rates, the following are some of the common milestones your toddler may reach in this age group:

• Walks forward and backward
• Rolls a large ball back-and-forth
• Stoops and squats
• Turns pages of books
• Uses two- to three-word sentences
• Points to some body parts
• Sings and dances
• May be interested in using the toilet
• Scribbles

What your toddler is learning next

• Signs of toilet readiness
• Undresses self
• Kicks a ball
• Enjoys riding toys
• Listens to brief stories
• Does simple puzzles
• Matches a picture and object

What you can do to encourage your toddler’s development

• Read a little everyday.
• Have conversations with your child.
• Teach new words.
• Let your child help with chores.
• Praise your toddler for good behavior.
• Set clear rules and be consistent.
• Help your child learn how to share.
• Exercise together by jumping, running and walking.

Games and activities

• Farm or garage sets
• Teacup or kitchen sets
• Books
• Toy telephone
• Bubbles
• Balls
• Riding toys
• Nesting cups
• Water and sand toys
• Dress-up clothes
• Dolls or teddy bears
• Blocks and building toys