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Coordinating my body
Jumping, balancing and changing direction become more controlled.
← All ages
3–4 years
Imagine, move and make
At three to four, children combine movement, language, imagination and problem-solving in increasingly organised ways. Play remains the best place to practise.
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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Drawing & building
Hands work together for construction, tools and early drawing.
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Stories & social play
Pretend play, turn-taking and conversation become richer.
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Planning what to do
Children begin holding a simple idea in mind and carrying it out.
What might I notice?
Choose the stage that feels closest to where your child is right now.
3–3½ years
Coordinating my body
Jumping, balancing and changing direction become more controlled.
3½–4 years
Drawing & building
Hands work together for construction, tools and early drawing.
Everyday routines
Stories & social play
Pretend play, turn-taking and conversation become richer.
Play ideas
Planning what to do
Children begin holding a simple idea in mind and carrying it out.
Try this today
Simple activities that fit into everyday life — no special equipment required.
Movement
Jump pattern
Do 3 jumps forward, 3 side-to-side and freeze like a statue.
Visual motor
Build from a picture
Copy a simple block tower from a photo or example.
Language
Story basket
Choose three objects and make up a short story using all of them.
Planning
First-next-last
Talk through three steps of a familiar routine.
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.