What can my toddler do this month?When walking upstairs, your
toddler may still need to hold your hand. She is likely to put
both feet on each step as she climbs (DoE 2012: 23, Sheridan
2008: 32). Getting back down again may be more difficult, and
she may need to descend backwards on her hands and knees (DoE
2012: 23). Watch your toddler as she practises climbing your
stairs. Never leave things lying on the stairs that could trip
your toddler. About this time your toddler will begin to take
more of an interest in playing with other children. She might
imitate how an older child dribbles a ball or toddle after
children as they play chase. She'll also try to let you in on
whatever game she's playing. How can I help my toddler learn to
dress herself?As she approaches her second birthday, your
toddler can probably undress herself and put on some of her
clothes (DoE 2012: 26, Sheridan 2008: 31). Loose-fitting
T-shirts, jackets, and pyjamas are the easiest clothes for her
to take on and off. Her interest in clothes