Approaches to Learning

Toddlers become independent through exploration and understanding of their surroundings, as well as the development of problem-solving abilities.

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Cognitive Development

As they begin to comprehend the world around them, toddlers begin to develop creative and critical thinking skills.

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Language Development

Effective communication abilities are strengthened as toddlers begin to use sounds, expressions, body language, and finally, oral and written language, in addition to responding to and understanding others.

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Expert Corner

Expert Corner:

Helping Children to Communicate Effectively

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Physical Development

As they learn to coordinate and control gross and fine muscle movements, toddlers also build an understanding of health and safety concepts.

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Social-Emotional Development

Here, toddlers develop an understanding of their own feelings and relationship with people like family, friends, and community members; they also increase their ability to interact with others and develop self-awareness.

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Sample Activity

Sample Activity: Come Out, Come Out!

Milestone: Begins to enjoy and initiate humor, such as laughing in response to games.

Desired Outcome: Children develop their ability to see humor in situations.