The Toddler Years Review

By age 2, toddlers are about half their adult height and will continue to grow 2-3 inches and gain about 6 pounds per year during childhood.

• True

• False

Connections in a toddler's brain are rapidly increasing, leading to faster learning. 

• True

• False

Foods like whole grapes, hard candies, nuts, and popcorn are safe foods for toddlers. 

• True

• False

ACEs, or Adverse Childhood Experiences, can have physical and mental health effects on the child lasting through adulthood.

• True

• False

Child neglect means failing to provide for a child’s basic needs such as food, clothing, hygiene, or supervision.

• True

• False

Which of these does NOT help prevent temper tantrums?

• Giving in to the toddler's demands

• Offer help when you see the toddler becoming frustrated

• Allow the child to make choices when available

• Ensure their needs are met (rest, food, etc) before involving them in adult activities

Allowing toddlers to make choices when they can helps their independence and to reduce conflict. 

• True

• False

Toddlers only require 7-8 hours of sleep per night for proper development.

• True

• False

Which of the following are factors to consider when choosing clothing for toddlers?

• Comfort for the toddler

• Ease of care and cleaning

• Proper fit

• All of these are factors

Which of these is NOT a way to help toddlers learn limits?

• Make many, complicated rules

• Model what is being taught

• Tell them what behaviors are acceptable

• Consistently enforce limits