Week-by-week library · 22 months old
Month 22
Quick answer
What is my baby up to at 22 months old?
This month, sorting toys by color might turn into a surprisingly focused little project.
What's developing
Cognition
Sorting objects by simple categories, color, shape, or size, becomes an engaging activity for many toddlers now.
Motor
Walking up stairs while holding a rail or hand, one step at a time, is common.
Cognition
Pretend-play sequences often grow longer and more detailed, multiple connected steps rather than one isolated action.
Try this together this week
- Simple sorting games with household objects (socks by color, blocks by size).
- Stair practice with a steady hand-hold, at a pace that lets them lead.
- Extend pretend play scenarios together; add a new step to whatever story they start.
- Puzzle time with large, chunky pieces for problem-solving practice.
What parents often notice
A toddler who suddenly wants to do everything "myself" this month, even things they cannot quite manage yet, is showing a very common and healthy push toward independence.
Sourced to
- Zero to Three, Early Development guides
Last reviewed by the This Week Baby editorial team.