Every child is different and their development is as unique as they are.  These guidelines are meant as a general overview of milestones children achieve at specific ages.

Every child is different and their development is as unique as they are.  These guidelines are meant as a general overview of milestones children achieve at specific ages.

Every child is different and their development is as unique as they are.  These guidelines are meant as a general overview of milestones children achieve at specific ages.

Every child is different and their development is as unique as they are.  These guidelines are meant as a general overview of milestones children achieve at specific ages.

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Your Child Will:

• Count 10 or more objects
• Distinguish fantasy from reality
• Group similar objects together
• Jump rope independently
• Recall part of a story
• Speak in sentences of more than five words
• Tie his shoes

Brain Development Tips

It is vital to learn with your child and help him begin building skills.

• Be a good role model by disciplining in a respectful and calm manner.
• Encourage your child to do things for herself, like putting on her coat and finding her hat or mittens.
• Familiarize your child with alphabet books and point out letters.
• Read books that teach better behavior, like being honest.

Concerns

• Every child is different and they develop uniquely, too.
• These guidelines are meant as a general overview.
• Please contact your child's pediatrician if you have development concerns.
• You can also call the Minnesota Children With Special Health Needs (MCSHN) at 1-800-728-5420 or visit: www.health.state.mn.us

More

• Screenings and assessments—These can help you better understand and support your child's development.
• Resources—Find parenting and family tipsheets, game ideas, recipes, community resources and more.

Sources: Born Learning (www.bornlearning.org), Minnesota Early Childhood Indicators of Progress, American Academy of Pediatrics (www.aap.org)