Gross Motor Milestones for your Toddler: 24-36 months

Saturday, February 4, 2012 by Jessica Sapel

Here's a list of gross motor milestones for toddlers, aged 24-36 months:

Walking/Moving
Imitates standing on one foot for 3 seconds
Walks backwards
Jumps down from 16" high step and jumps 18-24" forward
Runs with greater speed, avoids or stops at obstacles
Rides Tricycle
Walks on tiptoes a few steps
Begins to hop on one foot
Begins to pedal a tricycle

Stairs
Walks up stairs with one foot on each step without a railing
Walks down stairs with one or both feet on each step without a railing

Ball Skills
Catches large 12 inch ball progressing to smaller 8 inch ball
Throws tennis ball overhand or underhand 8-10 feet forward

If have questions about your child's development or are concerned, a pediatric physical therapist can assist you and provide more information. Please feel free to contact Child and Family Development at (704) 541-9080.

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