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Moving with confidence
Walking, climbing, squatting, pushing and carrying build whole-body control.
← All ages
1–2 years
Busy body, curious mind
Between one and two, movement, exploration and independence grow quickly. Support new skills through safe movement, simple choices, imitation and playful repetition.
What’s growing right now?
Every child develops in their own way. Here are some of the skills you may notice emerging during this stage.
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Hands that do
Stacking, scribbling, turning pages and feeding begin to look more purposeful.
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Words & connection
Gestures, first words, pointing and shared attention become powerful tools.
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Trying it myself
Cause-and-effect, imitation and early problem-solving support independence.
What might I notice?
Choose the stage that feels closest to where your child is right now.
12–15 months
Moving with confidence
Walking, climbing, squatting, pushing and carrying build whole-body control.
15–18 months
Hands that do
Stacking, scribbling, turning pages and feeding begin to look more purposeful.
18–21 months
Words & connection
Gestures, first words, pointing and shared attention become powerful tools.
21–24 months
Trying it myself
Cause-and-effect, imitation and early problem-solving support independence.
Try this today
Simple activities that fit into everyday life — no special equipment required.
Movement
Push and pull
Use a sturdy box or push toy for short supervised trips across the room.
Hands
Stack and knock
Build a small tower and let your toddler copy, knock it down and try again.
Connection
Name and point
Point to familiar objects and name them during routines like dressing or meals.
Independence
Two simple choices
Offer two safe options: red cup or blue cup, book or ball.
Everyday moments count
Bath time, dressing, meals, play and getting ready to leave are all opportunities to practise movement, communication, problem-solving and independence.
Keep in mind: Development is variable. Look for overall progress over time rather than expecting every skill to appear at an exact age.
When should I ask for support?
If you are worried about your child’s development, regression, feeding, movement, communication or participation in everyday life, speak with an appropriate healthcare professional.
This website offers general developmental education and activity ideas. It does not diagnose developmental conditions or replace individual assessment.