A physical growth spurt around this time may mean lots of extra energy and more temper tantrums.
Your toddler likes to take things out and put them all back.
She can’t kick a ball yet, but she’ll enjoy rolling one.
Your child may show interest in playing alongside (though not quite with) others now.
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