Main areas of child development

• says words like 'dada' or 'mama'

• Begins to question authority and society's standards

• Better understands time (morning, afternoon, night)

• Begins to sort objects by color, shape, or size

• enjoys the security of a regular routine

• enjoys imaginative play with other children

• responds to own name

• Learn that the same word can mean two things, such as 'orange' the fruit and colour

Can share and discuss more complex ideas

• begins to show signs of jealousy when you give attention to another child

• learns through observations and social interactions

• knows what common objects are used for

can sit and listen to simple stories with pictures

• childhood fears may emerge (monster under the bed)

• has preferences for specific food and toys

• Know how to use sarcasm. Know when others are being sarcastic to them

• Focus on moving objects, including the faces of caregivers

• understands when someone is hurt and comforts them

• kicks a ball forward

• uses a fork and knife correctly

• threads large beads onto string

can walk backwards

• able to draw a circle

• balances and walks across a narrow line

• climbs up and slide down a playground slide unassisted

• has better control over cutting when using scissors

• established hand preference

• jumps with both feet together

• screws and unscrews jar lids, nuts

• walks down stairs alone, placing both feet on each step