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Toddlers Growing And Moving
- Toddlers learn to do an
enormous number of things in a very short space of time. They will start
to walk with feet a little apart to remain steady at first, to run -
beginning awkwardly - to kneel and to climb on stairs.
- As they develop better
muscle control they enjoy more climbing and can manage a low slide and
swing. They can push, pull and jump, and may be starting to throw and kick
balls.
- Toddlers can build
towers of bricks and learn balancing. Their hands become better at holding
and moving things and they may be able to use plastic scissors under
supervision to practice cutting out - don't expect them to be good at it
just let them enjoy snipping out rough shapes.
- They enjoy moving to the
sounds of music and rhythms and joining in with shakers and drums.
- They can sometimes also
dress themselves but will still need your help and supervision.
- Give lots of
encouragement and don't worry too much if things aren't done 'properly'.
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