Gross Motor Milestones: Toddler (24-36 months)

Walking/Moving
* Imitates standing on one foot for 3 seconds
* Walks backwards
* Jumps down from 16″ high step and jumps 18-24″ forward
* Runs with greater speed, avoids or stops at obstacles
* Rides Tricycle
* Walks on tiptoes a few steps
* Begins to hop on one foot
* Begins to pedal a tricycle

Stairs
* Walks up stairs with one foot on each step without a railing
* Walks down stairs with one or both feet on each step without a railing

Ball Skills
* Catches large 12 inch ball progressing to smaller 8 inch ball
* Throws tennis ball overhand or underhand 8-10 feet forward

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