Your Toddler’s Progress

Remember all children develop at their own speed and this information is only a guideline.

12 - 18 months

• Walk alone (if not walking by 18 months talk to your HV /GP
• Starting to feed themselves (very messy, be prepared)
• Begins to build with bricks (start with large ones)
• Understands lots and can say between 6 -20 words by 18 months
• Starting to use pretend play - feeding teddy, talking on the phone

18 – 24 months

• Enjoys scribbling with crayons (watch your walls!)
• Learns to kick and throw a ball
• Starting to put at least 2 words together
• Pointing to parts of their body

2 – 3 1/2 years

• It is normal for a 2 year old to pronounce words incorrectly.  Some 3 year olds may also be difficult to understand.  Talk to your HV if concerned.
• Repeats rhymes and songs and talks clearly
• Can be understood by strangers
• By 3-3 1/2  should be talking in sentences

Toy & Activity Ideas

Toy Library

It's exactly what it sounds like! Just like books from the library, you can get toys from the toy library as well. Saves money, reduces waste by sharing in the community.

Children get the opportunity to explore other toys and enjoy a novel learning experience.

Colchester & Tiptree Toy Library Unit A4
Contact Pam Cook
	Unit A4 Cowdray Avenue, Colchester
	01206 500211

 

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