Developmental Milestones: 24 to 36 Months
During the toddler years, development milestones will vary widely from child to child. Unless your toddler lags in several areas or is more than a few months behind in any one area, there is little need for concern. Also remember that premature babies may reach milestones slightly later than a child who is born full-term, and that by age two, they will even out developmentally. Below is a list of general developmental guidelines for an average healthy child between the ages of 24 and 36 months old.
By month 24
Most toddlers are able to:
- name at least five body parts
- speak understandably more than half the time
- form two to three-word sentences
- dress and undress themselves
Some toddlers are able to:
- walk down stairs without help
- talk about likes and dislikes
- arrange things in categories
A few toddlers are able to:
- jump
- begin to understand concepts (better or worse, etc.)
- understand gender differences
By months 25 and 26
Most toddlers are able to:
- stack six blocks at a time
- walk smoothly from heel to toe
Some toddlers are able to:
- speak using pronouns (I, me, you, etc.)
- wash and dry their own hands
A few toddlers are able to:
- speak clearly most of the time
- draw a vertical line
By months 27 and 28
Most toddlers are able to:
- jump with both feet
- open and close doors
Some toddlers are able to:
- understand descriptions of objects (small, soft, etc.)
- draw a vertical line
A few toddlers are able to:
- start to recognize the ABCs
- balance on one foot
Most toddlers are able to:
- brush teeth with help
- wash and dry their own hands
- draw a vertical line
By months 29 and 30
Most toddlers are able to:
- brush teeth with help
- wash and dry their own hands
- draw a vertical line
A few toddlers are able to:
- put on a t-shirt
- name at least one color
- name at least one friend
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