Area of Development: Cognitive

Anthony

Anthony, 3 ½, is very interested in learning about plants and other growing things.

He loves going to the park and walking around, noticing what's changed.

One of his favorite activities is climbing at trees and looking at leaves.

How Your Child is Developing

• Scientific Thinking and Problem-solving / Observing—Uses senses to explore materials and the environment.

Helping Your Child Grow

• Take walks in the neighborhood or community to observe natural objects and events.
• Discuss objects and events that have been observed indoors and outdoors

Source: The Minnesota Early Childhood Indicators of Progress