Toddler Development

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Parenting tips

• The toddler years are the time to begin instilling values, reasoning, and
  incentives in the child to conform to accepted rules of behavior. It is
  important for parents to be consistent both in modeling behavior and in
  addressing appropriate vs. inappropriate behavior in the child. Positive
  behavior should be both recognized and rewarded. Time-out may be initiated for negative behavior or exceeding established limits.
• The toddler's favorite word may appear to be "NO!!!" It is important for
  parents not to follow into a pattern of negative behavior with yelling,
  spanking, and threatening of their own.
• Teach children names of body parts.
• Stress unique, individual qualities of the child.
• Teach concepts of please, thank you, and sharing with others.
• If not already reading to the child on a regular basis, this is a good time to
  start -- it will enhance the development of verbal skills.