possibilities for play grow by leaps and bounds for your young toddler. She learns to ommunicate better with gestures, sounds, and words. She also learns to stand on two feet and walk forwards and backwards — even run, jump, and climb. And she’s using her fingers and hands to play with and explore objects in more complex ways. Children also have preferences for how they like to explore. Some like lots of action. Others prefer more calm, quiet play. Watch and you will see the activities your child enjoys. Toddlers are also entering the world of make-believe. They go from imitating what they see in “real life” to using their imagination. Whether in the sand-box, in the bath, or on the kitchen floor, children use their bodies and minds to learn how this big, exciting, complicated, and wonderful world works