Young child
After the age of three children's horizons expand. They are confident, curious and
physically more active. Curiosity and imagination are foremost at this age. You
will find that your child will want to explore and ask about her surroundings even
more. Children's initiative grows as they discover their world of people and things.
They start looking for reasons, answers, causes, solutions and new ideas. Your child
will have a lot of ‘why’ questions for you. Recognizing and praising the efforts
of your child will encourage her to learn more.
Children like to imitate life at home as they see it. You and other members of your
household will be role models as your child imitates your actions. Her interactions
with family and those around her will help to shape her personality and individual
ways of thinking and moving.
Children at this age are growing more secure and confident. They enjoy group activities,
learning about rules and taking turns. Language is now developed enough to have
a conversation. Self-confidence is growing and they can speak up and express ideas.
They are learning about making friends and find there is fun in relationships.
Children learn through play. They need to explore, experiment, and experience, as
widely as possible. By providing these opportunities, you not only help your child
develop, but also create a happier child and family. Therefore, it is important
that you take every step necessary to ensure that your child grows up in an environment
where her social, emotional and educational needs are met.
Find suitable weekly outdoor and indoor activity ideas such as games and simple
crafts to do with your child in your very own personalised Baby Steps Journal. Your
journal also allows you to access and track your baby's developmental milestones
and gain exclusive access to our expert dietitians, who are on standby
to answer all your nutrition questions.