Trial and error exploration is the hallmark of this phase. With many opportunities to move around, a toddler acquires a richer experiential base to draw on when approaching new motor learning.
Learn how to create novel motor experiences to expand the child’s motor repertoire.
Keep playing on the floor (Tummy Time Play)
Keep Crawling
Dynamic Lap Sit-ups
Simple Obstacle Courses
Bear Walk
Wheelbarrow walking
Scooters
Barrels
Simple Simon Says
Hand Play Games
Head Shoulders Knees and Toes and other Movement Songs
Random exploration of the World