Activities By Age: 1-2 Years
Things to Work On:
- Language Development
- Fine Motor Skills
- Social Skills
Activity Ideas
Encourage your toddler to stack blocks to help build hand-eye coordination and problem-solving skills.
Read simple books with big pictures and words to support language development.
Sing songs with hand motions, like “The Wheels on the Bus,” to help with motor skills and language.
Give your toddler crayons or markers and encourage them to scribble, which helps with hand control.
Provide toy kitchen sets or dolls to encourage pretend play, which fosters creativity and social skills.
Simple play helps babies grow! These activities build motor skills, bonding, and sensory learning—like tummy time, soft music, and exploring toys.
Toddlers learn through play! These fun activities help with talking, using their hands, and playing with others—like stacking blocks, singing songs, and pretend play.
At this age, toddlers are curious and full of energy! These simple activities help build language, motor skills, and early social skills through play.
Preschoolers love to explore and create! These activities help with talking, problem-solving, and playing with others—like puzzles, puppet stories, and nature walks.
Kids get ready for school by learning through play! Try fun activities that build thinking, talking, and motor skills—like science experiments, storytelling, and letter games.
For more information on developmental milestones visit the CDC’s Developmental Milestones »