3 Year Old Developmental Milestones
Your toddler might be...
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Following simple instructions
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Dressing or undressing on their own
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Getting upset with big changes in their routine
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Playing make-believe
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Turning handles or unscrewing caps and lids
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Naming familiar people or things
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Climbing and running
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Using words like "we", "you", "I" and "me"
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Using 2 to 3 sentences in a conversation
Activities
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Color with your child. Draw lines and shapes with them.
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Play counting games with your child. Count thins that they see or use frequently.
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Read to your child. Encourage them to identify colors, numbers and letters as you read!
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Talk about emotions to help your child identify their feelings. For example, "I can see that you're feeling made because you threw your blocks on the ground."
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Give your child simple instructions with 2-3 steps, such as, "Put away your toys and go get your shoes."
Looking for more fun ideas for you and your child? Check out these websites:
https://wehavekids.com/parenting/things-to-do-with-and-activities-for-3-year-olds-
https://activeforlife.com/49-fun-physical-activities-to-do-with-kids-aged-2-to-4/
https://www.zerotothree.org/resources/169-play-activities-for-24-to-36-months#chapter-121
