Infants aged six months to one year old and young children aged one to two years have some distinct developmental and behavioral differences in many areas. Here are some of the key differences between babies six months to one year old and toddlers between one and two years old:
Physical Development: At this age, babies will typically begin to learn to sit up, attempt to crawl or crawl, and may even begin to take a few steps. Children between one and two years old have further developed their gross motor skills and can walk, run and jump freely.
Language and communication: Babies between six months and one year old begin to make a variety of babbling sounds and slowly learn to imitate some simple syllables and words. Children between one and two years old begin to be able to say more words, form simple phrases, and understand and respond to simple instructions and questions.
Social Skills: At this age, babies begin to take a stronger interest in the people around them and begin to learn to communicate with others through their eyes, facial expressions, and sounds. Children between one and two years old further develop social skills, are able to better interact with others, and begin to demonstrate some basic sharing and cooperative behaviors.
Independence and autonomy: At this age, babies begin to express their own wishes and preferences and try to do simple things on their own, such as trying to eat or dress themselves. Children between one and two years old have further developed their independence and autonomy. They hope to complete more tasks by themselves and express their own wishes and preferences.
Cognitive abilities: Babies between six months and one year old begin to take a greater interest in their surroundings and learn through observation and exploration. Children between one and two years old further develop their cognitive abilities, begin to understand simple cause-and-effect relationships, solve simple problems, and begin to demonstrate some basic memory and thinking skills.
Play and Interest: Babies between six months and one year old begin to take an interest in a variety of toys and objects and enjoy grabbing, exploring, and chewing. Children between one and two years old become interested in more complex toys and games, begin role-playing and imitation games, and display richer imagination and creativity.
These are just some of the major differences, and each child may develop at a different rate and have different interests. Every child is unique and their development process is gradual and requires attention, encouragement and support for their growth in all aspects.