How to Help Your Toddler Actually Follow Directions

Part 2: Teach Your Toddler to Listen, Understand, and Follow Through

In Part 1, we walked through how a toddlers ability to follow directions grows over time (from 12 to 30 months). We outlined what's realistic at each stage and offered examples on what to look for.

In Part 2, we’re moving from understanding to action. This post is all about how to support your toddler’s listening, comprehension, and follow-through with five simple, real-life strategies you can start using today.