25-30 Months

• Repeats two digits, one of 3 tries (Ex. 4-2, 5-1, 6-8)
  

• Uses simple pronouns (I, me, you, mine)
  

• Uses 3-word sentences
  

• Imitation of two-syllable words
  

• Builds tower of 8 blocks
  

• Uses fork with ease
  

• Takes steps backward for 10 feet
  

• Catches large ball, 1 of 3 tries
  

• Climbs ladders on playground slides
  

• Jumps from 8" height
  

• Puts on coat, t-shirt
  

• Jumps in place, if shown
  

• Runs on whole foot, starts/stops with ease, avoids obstacles
  

• Walks on 10 foot line on floor
  

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