Brush your child's teeth each day. Proper brushing reduces dental plaque and decreases the likelihood of cavities. Talk to your toddler about the importance of brushing her teeth and let her help brush. Let her practice brushing the teeth of her favorite stuffed animal or let her brush your teeth. This may help reduce any anxiety she feels about teeth brushing and will make the process into a fun game.
Help your child get dressed each morning. Some 2-year-olds are able to dress themselves, but most still require assistance. Talk to your child while you help her get ready for the day and explain each thing you do. For example, tell your child, "Your left hand goes through the hole in your shirt. Now we're going to put through your right hand."
Point out colors, numbers, letters and shapes to your child. While a 2-year-old isn't ready to read or even to memorize her ABCs, most toddlers are able to develop recognition skills over time. Notice the color of your child's shirt and help her say the word back to you. For example, tell your child "Mommy is wearing a blue shirt but you are wearing a green shirt. Can you say 'green?'"
Play with your child. Help your child develop motor skills through games and exploration. Jump up and down with your child, roll a ball back and forth, sing songs and draw pictures. Help your child learn to squat by placing a toy she wants on the floor so she retrieves it. Let your child help you fold laundry to practice using her hands. Go on a nature walk so your 2-year-old can touch the grass, flowers and rocks she comes across.
Read to your child at least once a day. Read in different voices to differentiate between characters or to demonstrate the mood of the book. Children learn a lot about the nuances of speaking and reading by listening to parents read.