Very inquisitive, but doesn't have a sense of danger.
Wants a lot of attention. Very clingy when upset but defiant when told off.
Has more tantrums, but can be diverted.
Doesn't understand yet about sharing toys or attention.
Wants instant gratification of requests, very reluctant to compromise.
At age 2½ years :
Still needs to be near parent or carer.
Tantrums are still happening but are less easy to stop.
Hates to be restrained.
Doesn't have an awareness of danger yet.
Will not give in, and shows extreme stubbornness.
Emotional Improvement Toy Recommendations
Laugh & Learn: Learning Puppy
Your child will enjoy lots of learning fun with this cuddly, floppy-eared friend! Learning Puppy will teach baby ABC's, 123's, parts of the body, colors, play games, plus sing along to 10 favorite songs. Dog bone collar lights up to the music! Make learning more fun with the whole collection of Laugh & Learn toys. With rich music, sing-along songs and lots of activities, they combine early academics and everyday experiences for the way kids really learn!
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Tomy Star Bright Light Show Musical Baby Night Light
The Baby Star Bright Light Show includes 3 melodies and automatically shuts off after 5 or 10 minutes of play. With LED technology, there's no need to ever change a light bulb again. Battery life is extended; parents' convenience enhanced. Includes a crib attachment. The compact sizemakes it extremely portable.
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Sesame Street: Elmo Loves You!
This Sesame Street: Elmo Loves You! doll from Fisher-Price loves to show you how much you mean to him! Elmo will ask you to give him a big Elmo hug. When your child hugs him, Elmo's eyes light up to reveal a heart shape inside the pupil. Elmo will also sing a reward song and his eyes will fade on and off to the music!
