Dealing with toddlers may not be as easy as it seems as tantrums in toddlers are among the challenges of most parents, as it is in this stage that your little one may be testing your patience. Kids will start out on Level 1, where scribbling is encouraged as they get used to holding the Sorting Colors pencil, and then they'll slowly progress to Level 2, where the goal is letter accuracy. Early childhood teacher, author, speaker and mom of 3. Kim Vij shares ways to make learning fun and parenting an adventure by sharing developmentally appropriate activities.

Toddlers enjoy outdoor activities. Other toddler toys will have parts that must fit together in certain ways to make a bigger toy. Not following the rules bad for the toddler and makes it harder for parents to continue reinforcing them later on. And remember, if a child is old enough to talk, they might tell mom or dad about it.

But you can read anytime your child seems in the mood. Through simple videos and articles, we will guide you through using the toys and laying a strong foundation for learning. Children love toys with lots of parts at this age such as legos and dolls with clothes.

Turn off the TV and radio and let your child enjoy quiet play, singing, and talking with you. Each of my children have shown different strengths at different ages. For Babysitters » Take your babysitting services to the next level with our helpful tools, documents, tips, and useful articles written by parents, babysitters, and childcare professionals.

Also praise your child's efforts to talk. This is suited for children ages 3 to 7. Science principle: Children can see how the colored water travels up the stalk or stem and might notice how a specific part of the celery stalk (called the xylem) draws the water up from the roots just like a straw.