at 2 Years
| Characteristics | Things to do |
| Two year olds know about 200 words. Some start to put together 2 and 3 word sentences. They like to chant and play with sounds. Most of a two year old’s talk is to themselves or adults. The word they use most with other children is “MINE!” Many two’s stutter when excited. It is best to ignore stuttering. Telling a child to slow down may make it worse. Ask your child’s doctor if you are worried about her speech. | Begin to have simple talks with your two
year old. Be careful to talk “with” your child not “at”
her. Listen to what she tells you, and add to it. Example:
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