Developmental Milestones
Two Year Olds (24 – 36 Months)
Language & Speech |
Motor Skills |
| Begin to use pronouns (he, she, it, etc.) | Able to thread large beads |
| Asks questions (What’s this?, Where’s my ____?) | Uses pencils and scissors |
| Composes 2-3 word sentences | Able to use crayons and paint |
| Develops vocabulary of 300-400 words | Able to catch large ball |
| Listens to stories with pictures | Able to climb, jump & run |
| Begins to distinguish between single and plural | Balance on 1 foot |
| Recites simple songs, poems & rhymes | Hand coordination improves |
| Can recite full name on request | Walk up & down steps alone |
| Follows 2 part directions | Able to build a tower of 6-12 cubes |
| Puts together & takes apart “snap” toys |
Social & Emotional |
Self Help |
| Participates in dramatic play | Begins to potty independently |
| Comprehends “please” and “thank you” | Eats using utensils |
| Plays with other children more freely | Begins to put on clothes independently |
| Attention span ranges from 10-15 minutes | Able to wash & dry hands by self |
| Greets familiar people | Can drink from water fountain |
| Able to participate in “circle activities” | Recognizes “danger” |
| Begins to express emotions with control | Undresses completely by self |
| Dances and sings to music |
Cognitive 
Differentiates between “boy” and “girl”
Able to identify at least 6 body parts
Plays with sand and water
Comprehends front and back
Comprehends open and close
Recognizes routines
Recognizes familiar pictures of people