- Start simple. Don't overwhelm your toddler with too many colors at once.
- Use small, colorful objects for sorting.
- Distinguish contrasting colors.
- Color puzzles.
- Use the same objects.
- Label EVERYTHING with a color.
- Color with crayons and markers.
- In their natural environment.
How old should toddler know colors?
18 months
Should a 2 year old know shapes and colors?
Your child should have a basic understanding of shapes by 2 ½ years old and should be able to identify many shapes by the time he is 3. Start by teaching the basic shapes (square, circle, rectangle, triangle), then continue to more advanced shapes (oval, star, heart, diamond).
When should I introduce colors to my toddler?
Although, as a parent, you should introduce colors and shapes whenever it comes up naturally all through infancy, the rule of thumb is that 18 months is the acceptable age when children can developmentally grasp the idea of colors.
Should 2 year old know colors?
2 year olds can understand the concept of color and may begin to recognize and learn about colors as early as 18 months. Learning colors can be a fun activity for you and your child to practice together. Start with one color at a time, use flashcards to show your child a color and have them say the name with you.