Almost Mom

Child Care

24-30 Months 2024

MAKE SURE YOU HAVE THE SUPPLIES FROM THE PREVIOUS DEVELOPMENTAL STAGE

Literacy / Reading

Board Books

Loves to look at books

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First 100 Board Book Box Set (3 books): First 100 Words, Numbers Colors Shapes, and First 100 Animals
First 100 Board Book Box Set (3 books): First 100 Words, Numbers Colors Shapes, and First 100 Animals

Writing Skills

Crayons

Scribbles

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Crayola Crayons 24 Colors
Crayola Crayons 24 Colors

Markers

Scribbles

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Crayola Broad Line Markers (12 Count), Washable Markers for Kids, Assorted, Great for Classrooms & School Supplies, Ages 3+
Crayola Broad Line Markers (12 Count), Washable Markers for Kids, Assorted, Great for Classrooms & School Supplies, Ages 3+

Pencils

Scribbles

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UNV24264 - Golf Pew Pencil 144/box
UNV24264 – Golf Pew Pencil 144/box

Colored Pencils

Scribbles

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Crayola Colored Pencils, 50 Count
Crayola Colored Pencils, 50 Count

Cognitive / Math Skills

Opposites Puzzle Set

Understands opposites

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TREND enterprises, Inc. Opposites Puzzle Set, Multicolor, 3 x 6 in
TREND enterprises, Inc. Opposites Puzzle Set, Multicolor, 3 x 6 in

Animal Match Set

Matches an object to its picture

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MEROCO Montessori Animal Match Cards - Miniature Poultry Animals with Matching Cards - 2 Part Cards. Montessori Learning Toy, Language Materials TZX106
MEROCO Montessori Animal Match Cards – Miniature Poultry Animals with Matching Cards – 2 Part Cards. Montessori Learning Toy, Language Materials TZX106

Cash Register

Uses pretend objects in play

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Pretend Play Electronic Cash Register Toy Realistic Actions and Sounds for 36 months to 216 months
Pretend Play Electronic Cash Register Toy Realistic Actions and Sounds for 36 months to 216 months
Casdon Shopping Trolley - Colourful Toy Shopping Trolley for Children Aged 3 Plus - Equipped with Everything Needed for an Exciting Shopping Trip
Casdon Shopping Trolley – Colourful Toy Shopping Trolley for Children Aged 3 Plus – Equipped with Everything Needed for an Exciting Shopping Trip
Casdon Fruit & Veg Basket | Assorted Toy Basket with Fruits & Vegetables for Children Aged 2+ | Perfect for Playing Shops!
Casdon Fruit & Veg Basket | Assorted Toy Basket with Fruits & Vegetables for Children Aged 2+ | Perfect for Playing Shops!
Step2 LifeStyle Custom Kitchen Playset
Step2 LifeStyle Custom Kitchen Playset
Tony & Alex Kids Play Kitchen Accessories Sets Kids pots and Pans Set with Plastic Food Kitchen Sets. Kids Play Food for Kids Kitchen Utensils Set Kitchen Play Set Pretend Food Play
Tony & Alex Kids Play Kitchen Accessories Sets Kids pots and Pans Set with Plastic Food Kitchen Sets. Kids Play Food for Kids Kitchen Utensils Set Kitchen Play Set Pretend Food Play
Step2 Handy Helpers Workbench Building Set
Step2 Handy Helpers Workbench Building Set

Stack and Sort Shapes

Matches simple shapes

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Melissa & Doug Stack and Sort Board - Wooden Educational Toy for age 2+ years With 15 Solid Wood Pieces
Melissa & Doug Stack and Sort Board – Wooden Educational Toy for age 2+ years With 15 Solid Wood Pieces
Montessori Toys for 1 2 3 Year Old Boys Girls, Wooden Shape Sorter Toy for Toddlers 1-3, Educational Geometric Sorting Stacking Color Recognition Stack Sort Board Puzzles Toys Gifts for Kids
Montessori Toys for 1 2 3 Year Old Boys Girls, Wooden Shape Sorter Toy for Toddlers 1-3, Educational Geometric Sorting Stacking Color Recognition Stack Sort Board Puzzles Toys Gifts for Kids
rolimate Educational Toy Toddler Toy for 2 3 4+ Years Old Boy Girl Wooden Puzzle Shape Sorter Preschool Learning Toy Sensory Toy Montessori Developmental Sorting Stacking Toy for Toddlers Babies Kids
rolimate Educational Toy Toddler Toy for 2 3 4+ Years Old Boy Girl Wooden Puzzle Shape Sorter Preschool Learning Toy Sensory Toy Montessori Developmental Sorting Stacking Toy for Toddlers Babies Kids
14 Pack Jumbo Nuts Bolts and Matching Eggs Fine Motor Skills Toys Set for Toddlers, Matching Color and Shape Game Toy Improve Motor Skills
14 Pack Jumbo Nuts Bolts and Matching Eggs Fine Motor Skills Toys Set for Toddlers, Matching Color and Shape Game Toy Improve Motor Skills
PlayMonster Lauri Shape & Color Sorter, 2114, Multicolor, 26 Pieces
PlayMonster Lauri Shape & Color Sorter, 2114, Multicolor, 26 Pieces

Physical Development – Fine Motor / Large Motor

Wooden Peg Puzzle

Like to do puzzles

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Melissa & Doug Farm Animals Sound Puzzle - Wooden Peg Puzzle With Sound Effects (8 pcs)
Melissa & Doug Farm Animals Sound Puzzle – Wooden Peg Puzzle With Sound Effects (8 pcs)
Melissa & Doug Wooden Alphabet Sound Puzzle - Wooden Puzzle With Sound Effects (26 pcs)
Melissa & Doug Wooden Alphabet Sound Puzzle – Wooden Puzzle With Sound Effects (26 pcs)
Melissa & Doug Shapes Wooden Chunky Puzzle (8 pcs) - Wooden Puzzles for Toddlers, Animal Puzzles For Kids Ages 2+ - FSC-Certified Materials
Melissa & Doug Shapes Wooden Chunky Puzzle (8 pcs) – Wooden Puzzles for Toddlers, Animal Puzzles For Kids Ages 2+ – FSC-Certified Materials
Premium Puzzles for Toddlers and Rack Set - (7 Pack) Includes 1 Learning Clock - 6 Alphabet, Numbers, Shapes, Animals, Cars, Fruits Puzzles
Premium Puzzles for Toddlers and Rack Set – (7 Pack) Includes 1 Learning Clock – 6 Alphabet, Numbers, Shapes, Animals, Cars, Fruits Puzzles
Melissa & Doug Numbers Sound Puzzle - Wooden Puzzle With Sound Effects (21 pcs)
Melissa & Doug Numbers Sound Puzzle – Wooden Puzzle With Sound Effects (21 pcs)

Trampoline

Jumps in place with both feet together

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Little Tikes 3' Trampoline – Amazon Exclusive
Little Tikes 3′ Trampoline – Amazon Exclusive

Play-Doh

Rolls, pounds, and squeeze playdough

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Play-Doh Modeling Compound 24-Pack Case of Colors, Party Favors, Non-Toxic, Multi-Color, 3-Ounce Cans, Ages 2 and up (Amazon Exclusive)
Play-Doh Modeling Compound 24-Pack Case of Colors, Party Favors, Non-Toxic, Multi-Color, 3-Ounce Cans, Ages 2 and up (Amazon Exclusive)

Scissors

Snips paper with scissors

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Fiskars Training Scissors for Kids 3+ with Easy Grip - Toddler Safety Scissors for School or Crafting - Back to School Supplies
Fiskars Training Scissors for Kids 3+ with Easy Grip – Toddler Safety Scissors for School or Crafting – Back to School Supplies

Blocks

Stacks blocks (4-6)

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Skoolzy ABC Wooden Blocks for Toddlers 30 Wood Alphabet Blocks Montessori Stacking Letter Preschool Learning Toys Develop Language Skills Boys and Girls Ages 2+ Includes eBook & Storage Bag
Skoolzy ABC Wooden Blocks for Toddlers 30 Wood Alphabet Blocks Montessori Stacking Letter Preschool Learning Toys Develop Language Skills Boys and Girls Ages 2+ Includes eBook & Storage Bag

Balls

Catches a ball from a straight arm position, trapping the ball against the chest

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GoSports Inflatable Dodgeball - No Sting Balls - Includes Ball Pump & Mesh Bag
GoSports Inflatable Dodgeball – No Sting Balls – Includes Ball Pump & Mesh Bag

Self-Help / Independence

Socks

Puts on own socks, shoes, pants, shirt (allow plenty of time to do it independently)

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Tenpluszero Toddler Socks - 16 Pack Kids Low Cut Athletic Ankle Socks Baby Boys Girls Breathable Socks Bulk (4~6 Years, White)
Tenpluszero Toddler Socks – 16 Pack Kids Low Cut Athletic Ankle Socks Baby Boys Girls Breathable Socks Bulk (4~6 Years, White)

Potty Chair

Potty Training Supplies

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BabyBjörn Smart Potty, Gray/White
BabyBjörn Smart Potty, Gray/White

Visual Timer

Potty Training Supplies

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Learning Resources Time Tracker Visual Timer & Clock - 1 Piece, Classroom Tracker, Alarm Clock, Light Up Timer for Classroom, Visual Tracker
Learning Resources Time Tracker Visual Timer & Clock – 1 Piece, Classroom Tracker, Alarm Clock, Light Up Timer for Classroom, Visual Tracker

Toilet Seat with Built-it Potty Seat

Potty Training Supplies

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MAYFAIR 883SLOWA 000 Toilet Seat with Built-in Potty Training Seat will Reduce Clutter, Slow Close and Never Loosen, ROUND, Durable Enameled Wood/Long Lasting Plastic, White
MAYFAIR 883SLOWA 000 Toilet Seat with Built-in Potty Training Seat will Reduce Clutter, Slow Close and Never Loosen, ROUND, Durable Enameled Wood/Long Lasting Plastic, White