Gross Motor Skills for Toddlers
18-23 Months
- Squats to pick up toy from floor and returns to stand
- Walks backwards and sideways
- Runs flat footed
- Jumps down from a step, one foot leading
- Kicks and throw a large ball
- Climbs steps, holding on, two feet on each step
- Rides small riding toy without pedals
24-29 Months
- Climbs steps, holding on, one foot on each step
- Takes three steps on a 4” wide balance board on the floor
- Tries to balance on one foot
- Walks on tip-toes
- Jumps up off the ground with both feet
- Throws a tennis ball to you from 7-10 feet away
30-35 Months
- Goes down steps without holding on, two feet on each step
- Catches playground ball thrown from very close
- Walks on a line
- Jumps forward with both feet
- Balances on one foot a few seconds
- Rides tricycle
