How Do You Encourage Learning In Toddler Years?
Many toddlers learn by doing things that you may not approve of. Although it is important for you to be a parent and let them know right from wrong, it is also important to let them learn by experimenting. Answer questions that your toddler may have. Your toddler may ask some embarrassing and silly questions, it is important to answer your toddler so he can understand what things are. Encourage exploration. Of course you wouldn’t let your toddler get away with getting into cleaning supplies under the sink, but it is important to encourage positive exploration. Your toddler may want to dig in the mud outside, or go for a walk in the woods. It is important to encourage these types of activities even if it means your toddler getting dirty. Exploration is an excellent way for your toddler to learn. Encourage experimentation. If your toddler wants to mix his corn with his pudding allow him to do so. Experimenting with this is a way that your toddler will learn that he does not like this mix
