Developmental Milestones 2-3 years Module one

Language and Literacy: UA Course

How many words do 2 yr olds use

200-300 words

2 yrs old is the prime time to teach

letter identification as well as identify the letter’s sounds

When do children use short sentences & phrases w/o being asked?

2-3 yrs old

to expand child’s words into sentences through the use of stories

ask questions about the story

When should children name& draw shapes

2-3 years

When should children learn their colors

2-3 years

CHildren learn to count independently

2-3 years old

Early counting experiences

prepare children for later school success

2-3 year olds can name

objects/animals

2-3 Year olds can __ that happen in stories

name the actions

AGE 2 & OLDER can

use non-immediate talk during book reading

What is non-immediate talk

Non-Immediate Talk goes beyond the words & pictures that are immediately available in the book

What does non-immediate talk promote

Non-immediate Talk to Help Children Promote Thinking & Draw Inferences

2-3 year olds should

name body parts & other concepts

Children learn to roleplay

24-30 months

what do children often roleplay

familiar routines/activities

how do 2-3 year olds use non-pretend talk

How to play

Discussions & negotiations about how the toys will be used & who plays different
parts.

How do caregivers support the use of pretend play/talk

Caregivers use more pretend talk to ask questions about play. Permit children to take the lead during pretend play.