Social & Emotional Movement Hand & Finger Skills Cognitive Hearing Vision Language

By the end of 3 years (36 months)

Social

Imitates adults and playmates
Spontaneously shows affection for familiar playmates
Can take turns in games
Understands concept of "mine" and "his/hers"

Emotional

Expresses affection openly
Expresses a wide range of emotions
By 3, separates easily from parents
Objects to major changes in routine

Image of a three year old boy
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