Fisher-Price - All About Play ... stages, toys & tips


	For your 2 to 2½-year-old

He jumps and hops, and walks up and down stairs one foot at a time.
He knows what is safe and what is dangerous.
Social play becomes more important. If other children are around he may "explode" into activity.
He has good hand-eye coordination and can build quite elaborately, tuck a teddy into bed, or put on simple garments.
He does not set out to draw anything in particular. If you ask him what he has drawn, he looks, then tells you what he thinks it is.
He is quite happy rolling and cutting play dough.
He imitates those he knows and likes to do what they do.
He understands the meaning of "inside," "under" and "on top."
He explores, watches and investigates. He can plan quite complex activities in advance.
He puts words together to make simple sentences and can follow simple instructions; he can recall what to do.
He gives reasons and solves problems, understands and respects rules.
He starts to use "I," "me" and "you."
He may not share toys and can become possessive and uncooperative.
He should be able to put away his toys.



All children develop at their own pace, and reach milestones at different times. The highlights mentioned in this web site are meant as approximate guidelines only. If you have any questions about your child's development, consult your healthcare provider.