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Development and Characteristics of a 35-36 Month Old Child

Last Updated: September 14, 2009 Related resource areas: Parenting

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Parenting Tips for Your 35-36 Month Old Toddler

How I Understand

I am curious about other people’s emotions.

I know as many as 4 colors.

My pretend play is more complex.

How I Talk

I am getting better at speaking clearly.

I can ask a grammatically correct question.

You can understand at least half of what I say.

I can have short conversations.

How I Grow

I can run easily.

I can jump forward.

All my baby teeth are in.

I can pour a bowl of cereal.

I can use child sized utensils easily.

I can dress myself.

Learn more about Your Toddler: 35-36 Months from Just In Time Parenting. You can also go to our Resource Links for additional information on child care and development.

Note to Parents: When reading this newsletter, remember: Every baby is different. Children may do things earlier or later than described here. This newsletter gives equal space and time to both sexes. If he or she is used, we are talking about all babies.
References: These materials were adapted by authors from Extension Just in Time Parenting Newsletters in California, Delaware, Georgia, Iowa, Kentucky, Maine, Tennessee, Nevada, New Hampshire, New Mexico, and Wisconsin.