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![Toddler playing with colorful sticks in a safe container, exploring and developing fine motor skills](http://monkibox.com/cdn/shop/articles/33.webp?v=1726484209&width=3761)
Week 60: How Can My Toddler Play Safely with Small Objects?
Expert tips for ensuring your toddler's safety while they explore small objects during play.
![Toddler playing with colorful puzzle pieces, enhancing fine motor skills and hand-eye coordination](http://monkibox.com/cdn/shop/articles/image-5.jpg?v=1726313787&width=1024)
Week 59: How Puzzles Can Be Positive for Your Little One
Explore the developmental benefits of puzzles for toddlers and expert tips on how to introduce them effectively.
![Parent calmly responding and guiding the child towards positive behavior after toddler had aggressive behaviors like kicking and hitting.](http://monkibox.com/cdn/shop/articles/34.webp?v=1726484283&width=3761)
Week 58: Why Toddlers Kick, Bite, Hit and How to React
Understanding the reasons behind aggressive toddler behaviors and expert tips on how to respond effectively.
![Toddler experiencing separation anxiety, learning to cope with short separations and building independence.](http://monkibox.com/cdn/shop/articles/image-3.jpg?v=1726313159&width=3960)
Week 57: Separation Anxiety and How to Cope
Learn expert strategies to help your toddler manage separation anxiety and build their independence with confidence.
![Toddler taking first steps with parental support, developing gross motor skills and learning to walk in a safe, Montessori-inspired environment.](http://monkibox.com/cdn/shop/articles/image-2.jpg?v=1726313089&width=3960)
Week 56: How to Encourage the First Steps
Your little one is going to start exploring their gross motor skills. Here’s how you can help your toddler develop the skills to take their first steps.
![Toddler learning to eat independently with child-sized utensils and a Montessori dining setup.](http://monkibox.com/cdn/shop/articles/image.jpg?v=1726312947&width=3960)
Week 55. Building Independence During Mealtime
Discover expert strategies for encouraging your toddler's independence during meals with a Montessori dining setup.
![Toddler playing with a Montessori language basket, enhancing language and cognitive development through tactile play.](http://monkibox.com/cdn/shop/articles/Untitled_design_23.webp?v=1726484789&width=3761)
Week 54: What’s a Language Basket and Why Should You Make One?
Learn how to create a Montessori language basket to introduce your toddler to new vocabulary and enhance their language development.
![Mother holding a toddler while the child reaches out, illustrating frustration and emotional development during toddlerhood.](http://monkibox.com/cdn/shop/articles/ujOde2iw.jpg?v=1726312696&width=3960)
Week 53: Toddlerhood and the Feelings That Come With It: How to Navigate Newfound Frustrations
Your baby is now a toddler! Let’s explore expert strategies to support them as they navigate new emotions and frustrations.