Child's Age | Mastered Skills (most kids can do) | Emerging Skills (half of kids can do) | Advanced Skills (a few kids can do) |
25 and 26 months | • Stacks six blocks • Walks with smooth heel-to-toe motion | • Uses pronouns (e.g., I, me, you) • Washes and dries own hands | • Speaks clearly most of the time • Draws a vertical line |
27 and 28 months | • Jumps with both feet • Opens doors | • Understands descriptions (e.g., big, soft) • Draws a vertical line | • Starts to recognize ABCs • Balances on one foot |
29 and 30 months | • Brushes teeth with help • Washes and dries own hands • Draws a vertical line | • Draws a circle • Balances on one foot | • Puts on a T-shirt • Names one color • Names one friend |