The Magic of Words-How Children Aged 18 to 36 Months Learn to Speak From First Words to Full Sentences
The Magic of Words-How Children Aged 18 to 36
Months Learn to Speak
From First Words to Full Sentences
Between
18 to 36 months, toddlers experience what many call a language explosion. They
move from two-word phrases to full, expressive sentences that reflect their
growing thoughts, feelings, and imagination.
What
to Expect
|
Age |
Language Development Milestone |
|
18–24 Months |
Uses 2- to 3-word phrases like “want toy”
or “go park.” Vocabulary may reach 100+ words. |
|
24–30 Months |
Begins asking simple questions (“What’s
that?”), naming actions, and talking during play. |
|
30–36 Months |
Forms full sentences, uses pronouns like
“I,” “me,” and tells short stories. Asks “why” often! |
🎥 Video Example –
2-Year-Old Sentence Development:
Why
This Stage Matters
This
is a critical window for cognitive and social growth. Language becomes a tool
to:
- Make requests (“I want apple”)
- Express feelings (“I sad”)
- Connect with others (“Let’s play!”)
- Understand routines and social rules
Children also begin to negotiate, explain their thinking, and use language for
pretend play.
https://youtu.be/RxL6kHPDxVU?si=xmqBidr5ePFR5NU3
Tips
for Parents & Education Assistants
You
don’t need special materials—just intentional conversation and responsive
listening.
✅ Talk during daily
routines
→ “You’re washing hands! That water is
cold, right?”
✅ Add to their words
→ Child: “More juice.” → Adult: “Oh! You want more orange
juice in your cup?”
✅ Play together and narrate
actions
→ “You’re feeding the teddy bear.
He must be hungry!”
✅ Ask open-ended questions
→ “What do you want to play
next?” “Why do you think it fell
down?”
Book
Recommendation
“Brown
Bear, Brown Bear, What Do You See?” by Bill Martin Jr.
- Rhythmic, repetitive language
- Encourages prediction and interaction
- Great for toddlers learning new words
Final
Thought
From
first questions to pretend stories, children in this stage are finding their
voice and identity. When we listen and respond with interest, we show them
their words matter—and that’s the beginning of true communication.
📌 Next Post: Language
Growth in 36 to 48 Months
🎉 Coming soon on Joyful
Vancouver!
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