Beginner’s Guide to Toddler Development and Care

These sources offer insights into the developmental milestones of toddlers aged 12-36 months, covering physical, cognitive, language, and social-emotional domains. They emphasize that development varies among children and provide guidance for foster parents and caregivers on what to expect and how to support this crucial period of growth. Several resources also highlight the importance of play in fostering learning across different areas and offer practical activities to encourage a child's development. Additionally, they address strategies for addressing challenging behaviors like tantrums and advocate for a holistic "whole child" approach that considers all aspects of a child's well-being.Sources:12-36 Mo Developmental Milestones Foster Parent Guide - Office of Child Development - University of Pittsburgh24–36 Months: Social-Emotional Development | ZERO TO THREEActivities For 2 To 3 Years Old: Engaging And Educational Fun - Healthy Young MindsDevelopmental Domains for Early Childhood Education - Generation MindfulHelping Toddlers Expand Language Skills - Child Mind InstitutePlay and toddler cognitive development | Raising Children NetworkPositive Parenting Tips: Toddlers (2–3 years old) | Child Development | CDCThe Whole Child Approach in Early Childhood Education - BrightwheelToddler Tantrums 101: Why They Happen and What You Can Do | ZERO TO THREE