Recently, I posted about a theory of different types of intelligence. Toddlers’ brains are in such an active state of development that by exposing them to a broad variety of experiences, we can help them develop across the range of intelligence types.
Penn State Extension offers some fabulous handouts – designed for childcare workers, but appropriate for parents too – on ways to help toddlers build skills in various areas.
Mathematical & Scientific Thinking: http://bkc.psu.edu/HO_MIL_NurtingLearning_MathSci1.pdf
Language & Literacy: http://bkc.psu.edu/HO_MIL_NurtingLearning_Lang1.pdf
Arts & Creativity: http://bkc.psu.edu/HO_MIL_NurtingLearning_Art1.pdf
Play & Music: http://bkc.psu.edu/HO_MIL_NurtingLearning_Play1.pdf