Growth
What is one dietary factor crucial for toddlers to maintain healthy teeth?
Calcium
Name one motor skill toddlers develop.
Using a spoon/using a fork/Using a crayon/Kicking a ball/Etc
At what age do temper tantrums typically begin?
18 months
What is the key factor in evaluating a toddler’s social abilities?
The child’s relationship with their parents/caregivers
According to Erikson, what is the psychosocial stage for toddlers aged 18 months to 3 years?
Autonomy vs. Doubt.
How does physical growth patterns for toddlers aged 1-3 compare to Infants in terms of height and weight? AKA Do they grow more, less or the same?
They gain less than half as much weight and height compared to their first year.
What does hand-preference mean?
This involves choosing a dominant hand for common tasks.
What is one reason for negativism in toddlers?
Desire for independence and frustration.
Name a positive way parents can guide toddlers experiencing negativism.
Giving choices, redirecting attention, or encouraging them to talk about their feelings.
Why is routine important for toddlers?
It provides consistency, which helps them feel secure and less overwhelmed.
Which body part grows larger than the head and abdomen around ages 2-3, improving balance and motor skills?
The Chest
Turning on faucets, turning door handles, and turning book pages are all examples of what kind of motor skill?
Fine motor skills
What does redirection mean?
The act of gently guiding a child away from an inappropriate behavior and towards a more positive or acceptable alternative
What is the hardest social ability for toddlers to learn? HINT: This happens in play
Sharing
How does adequate sleep impact a toddler’s health?
It improves temperament, attentiveness, and the ability to handle tasks.
By what age do toddlers typically have 16 teeth?
How can physical exercise benefit toddlers’ motor skill development?
It promotes gross motor skills such as climbing and walking.
What is the term for toddlers doing the opposite of what is asked, often accompanied by saying "No!"?
Negativism
What does Parallel/Side by Side Play mean?
Toddler will set up their toys beside each other but will not create storylines or engage with each other during play.
What is the term for how a child sees themselves, influenced by others' actions and comments?
Self-concept
What ability allows toddlers to build strength and coordination by manipulating objects?
Hand-eye coordination
What term describes the skillful use of hands and fingers that toddlers start developing?
Dexterity.
What emotional shift occurs in toddlers around 2 1/2 years old due to improved speech and motor skills?
They become less frustrated, more outgoing, and seek approval. Biting also decreases.
What is a sign of a healthy parent-child relationship in toddlers?
Seeking approval, comfort, and help from parents.
What is sensory integration, and why is it important for toddlers?
Sensory integration is the process of combining sensory input to create a whole picture of the environment, essential for developing awareness.