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toddler: 1-3 yrs.

Your child is advancing from infancy toward and into the preschool years. During this time, his physical growth and motor development will slow, but you can expect to see some tremendous intellectual, social, and emotional changes.

Toddler Growth & Development

Baby

Physical Skills

  • Walks alone
  • Pulls toys behind when walking
  • Begins to run
  • Stands on tiptoe
  • Kicks a ball
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  • Imitates behavior of others
  • Aware of herself as separate from others
  • Enthusiastic about company of other children
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Cognitive thinking

  • Finds objects even when hidden 2 or 3 levels deep
  • Sorts by shape and color
  • Plays make-believe
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