Milestones: two to six

During early childhood, a child will refine his/her ability to walk, will learn to climb down stairs and improve fine motor skills to name a few. Have a look at the developmental milestones of this age group.

2 ½ years:

• Walks on tip toe
• Can jump with feet off the ground
• Can thread beads
• Can put on and take off some clothes
• Drawings are more representational

3 years:

• Can walk upstairs with one foot on each step
• Stands on one foot for a second
• Rides a tricycle
• Can dress a doll
• Can draw recognisable image
• Fasten and unfasten buttons
• Can build a tower of nine blocks high
• Starts to use scizzors

4 years:

• Goes down stairs rapidly one foot per step
• Carries cup of liquid without spilling any
• Can copy a circle well
• Can perform fine tasks better, e.g. setting the table properly, washing hands, packing clothes

5 years:

• Walks in straight line
• Goes down stairs on alternating feet
• Climbs confidently
• Enjoys quick-moving toys and games

(Ilse Pauw, Health24)