Physical Development refers to the growth of the body as well as its abilities. Growth in height and weight are the most obvious signs of physical development. As children develop physically, they gain new skills. Those skills that depend on the use and control of muscles are called motor skills. These skills fall into […]
Toby’s Writing: Age 18 months  Toby starts to scribble at 18 months. His parents provide him with unlined paper and thick markers that are easy for him to grasp. His ability to make dark marks and to write in a circular motion indicate that he is gaining control over the small muscles in his […]
When decorating the nursery for your baby, keep in mind that newborns can visually perceive objects place 8-12 inches away from their face. Since their field of vision is so limited, contrasting colors (such as red, black and white) are easiest to discern. Create easy to make, engaging flash cards displaying favorite baby images, such […]
 Toddlers need lots of sensory activities; this one helps build the fine motor skills as well as takes care of a sensory experience. My toddlers love this!   You need one bottle of any color glitter paint, a large piece of clear contact paper, a flat smooth surface and thick/wide tape.  Find […]
 1 cup flour, 1 tablespoon vegetable oil, 1 package un-sweetened strawberry Kool-Aid, 1/4 cup salt, 2 tablespoons cream of tartar, 1 cup water Directions: Mix flour, salt, cream of tartar and Kool-Aid in a medium saucepan. Add water and oil. Stir over medium heat 3 to 5 minutes. When mixture forms a ball in […]
Box-in-a-Box • Variety of boxes in different sizes, nesting one inside another • Toy or treat  1. Collect a variety of boxes that will nest one inside another. Try to get very large boxes and very small boxes, as well as everything in between. 2. Place a special toy or treat in the smallest box […]
Sharing is an important process of growing up that we continue to learn and fine-tune, even in our adult years! As humans we are naturally possessive and protective of our things. However, over time we learn the pleasure of giving. Â As a parent, you know that the ability to share a favorite toy, or […]
Your toddler is making his first steps toward separation, leaving you to explore the world around him. Â Starting around 18 months, your toddler begins a new dance between his uncharted independence, and the familiar, secure base of his loving relationship with you. This is what gives this stage the name of the not-so-terrible, but […]
