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One to two years

» Walk without support
» Take off their clothing
» Walk backwards without support
» Kick a ball
» Stack blocks

Two to three years

» Jump, climb and run
» Turn doorknobs
» Increased finger dexterity
» Draw basic pictures

Three to six years

» Improved coordination
» Hop and skip
» Ride a bicycle
» Draw pictures and color inside the lines
» Print letters of the alphabet

Motor Skills Development

Children’s bodies are constantly changing. This complex process continues throughout their childhood. No two children progress at the same rate.

If your child seems to be developing a little more slowly than other children, do not worry. If there is a large disparity between your child’s development and others her age, you may want to consult with your child’s doctor.

The first year

1-2 Months: Lift their heads when lying on their stomach
2-3 Months: Grasp objects that are placed in their hands
4-6 Months: May roll over onto their sides; can sit propped up
7-9 Months: Pull themselves up to a standing position while holding on to things; begin crawling; increased finger and thumb dexterity
10-12 Months: Can stand without support; begin walking with help

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