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| Definition | The developmental milestones record - 2 years refers to the skills and physiologic growth markers regarded as having relevance for 2 year-old children. |
| Alternative Names | Growth milestones for children - 2 years; Normal childhood growth milestones - 2 years; Childhood growth milestones - 2 years
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| Information | Physical and motor: Should have the first 16 teeth (can be a wide discrepancy) The height is roughly half the total height the child will attain as an adult May be psychologically ready for toilet training Can run with better coordination, while the stance may remain wide Can kick ball without loosing balance Can pick up objects while standing without losing balance Can build a tower of 6 to 7 cubes Can browse through a book one page at a time Able to turn a door knob Sensory and cognitive: Vision fully developed Vocabulary has increased to about 300 words Can organize phrases of 2 to 3 words Able to communicate needs such as thirst , hunger , need to use the restroom Increased attention span Able to clothe self in simple apparel (frequently more adept at removing clothes than putting them on) Play: Encourage and provide the necessary space for physical activity Provide safe replicas of adult tools and equipment Allow the child to help around the house and participate in the daily responsibilities of the family Encourage play that involves building and creativity READ TO THE CHILD Control the type and quantity of television viewing (less than 2 hours per day is recommended by the American Academy of Pediatrics) Control the type and quantity of games played |
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