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19-24 Months Development

Language Explosion

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Between 18 months and two years, many children experience a 'language explosion' and become much more interested in playing with other children.

Key Milestones

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Social/Emotional

Plays mainly beside other children (parallel play) and copies others.

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Language/Communication

Says sentences with 2 to 4 words and follows simple instructions.

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Cognitive

Begins to sort shapes and colors and plays simple make-believe games.

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Movement/Physical

Kicks a ball and stands on tiptoe.

Parenting Tips

  • Describe what you are doing in detail to help them learn new nouns and verbs.

  • Introduce simple puzzles and sorting toys to build problem-solving skills.

  • Patiently handle tantrums by validating their feelings while maintaining boundaries.

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