Toddlers' Physical Development

Toddlers' Physical Development

Going DOWN stairs, ALTERNATING feet is the hardest for toddlers! (They have terrible balance, plus their large heads often "throw" them down the stairs!)

Walking siginifies the beginning of the toddler stage. Typically, we call children "toddlers" from the time they turn 1 until they turn 3.

They walk & run with feet further apart than adults (lower center of gravity, plus their balance is terrible). This causes them to "toddle" back and forth, hence the name toddlers!

How do toddlers walk?

What signifies the beginning of the toddler stage?

What is the stair challenge?

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What's Up?

Use the flipcards on the right to answer each of the question boxes in your packet! Be sure to watch any videos included & read all the information (don't worry, it's short!)

What are 2 DANGEROUS situationst his could lead to?

Autonomy vs Shame & Doubt Toddlers want to be independent--create a safe place for them to explore!

In the arms & legs! By about 6 years old, we start to have more "adult-like" proportions

Toddlers are MOBILE now, and very curious... Brainstorm answers to the questions on the back of this card!

Which of Erikson's stages are toddlers in?

Where is rapid growth happening?

What are 2 POSITIVE situationst his could lead to?

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Remember, they are still bad at using scissors!

What children eat has a HUGE influence on their mood & behavior! Feed them junk, they'll feel & act like junk

NO toys with small parts! (hard to use with their poor motor function, PLUS they're a choking hazard!)

BRAINSTORM What are at least 3 Self-Help Skills toddlers can practice doing on their own?

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What toys should you AVOID with toddlers?

BRAINSTORMWhat are at least 2 GROSS motor skills toddlers are working on?

BRAINSTORMWhat are at least 2 FINE motor skills toddlers are working on?

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*Give them frequent hugs & snuggles *Say "I Love You!" often!! *They are SOCIAL & crave your attention!

True or False?

When the child is EMOTIONALLY and PHYSICALLY ready! Usually around 2.5-3 years

1. Try for a few weeks

Treat accidents as a matter of fact. *No pressure! *No feelings of shame & doubt!

How should you respond if your child has an acident when potty training?

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When it comes to toddlers, don't forget...

When does toilet training begin?

What should you do if a child fights toilet training?

Because toddlers can sit on their own & are more verbal, you can leave them alone for short periods in the bathtub or shower.

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2. It's ok to pause for a few weeks & try again!

Sometimes children get "thrown off" while potty training--maybe they got sick or were traveling, etc.

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Bathtub & Shower Safety

(Nationwidechildrens.org)

Every year, more than 43,000 children receive emergency treatment for bathtub- and shower-related injuries. Many of these injuries can be prevented!!

• Children can drown in very small amounts of water.
• More than half of all bathtub- and shower-related injuries occur to children younger than 5 years old.
• 2-year-olds have the largest number of injuries.
• Young children have little strength and when they fall, they tend to topple head first. This causes young children to hurt their heads and faces more often than older children.

• Never allow a young child to take a bath or shower without adult supervision!!