Developmental Milestones for Two Year Olds' 

Two-year Old's
Development/ Emergent Literacy
•Repeats words
•Takes turns in conversation
•Attempts to sing songs

Mathematics •Begins to understand quantity (more)
•Sorts by color, size, or shape
•Begins to understand sequence of daily routines

Learning About the World/Science
•Describes what is seen
•Begins to understand cause and effect
•Classifies things that belong together

Social & Emotional Development
•Calms down after being upset
•Becomes aware of other's feelings
•Engages in parallel play

Approaches to Learning
•Asks "why" questions
•Uses objects as tools
•Attempts a task for a minute or two before asking for help

Physical & Health Development
•Runs; can kick a ball
•Washes hands with assistance
•Demonstrates increasing balance