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Your 3-year-old child is probably using about 1000 words and understands even more.Your child is learning to become more independent, so let them help you with simple chores around the house.

Your toddler is getting good at saying words and may say up to 750 words.They are getting better at putting words together to make short sentences.

Some toddlers may be able to say up to 500 words now and probably know their own name.

Your toddler may be speaking more clearly now. They are beginning to use the word “no” more often to show their independence.

Your toddler enjoys having you read books about things they like to do. For example, if your family goes on an airplane trip your toddler may enjoy reading books about airplanes.

At this age you may notice your toddler is more interested in writing, even though they might not be able to hold a crayon very well yet.

Your toddler will soon be starting to put two words together to make short sentences like “more milk” or “daddy bye-bye.” These short sentences help them to describe what they are wanting or thinking.

Your toddler may prefer to use certain words over and over. They might like object words such as “dog”, “ball”, or “doll”, while others will prefer to use words such as “bye-bye” or “again.”