Questions to Ask a 2 Year Old
Simple, engaging questions to ask 2-year-olds that can spark conversation, encourage language development, and create meaningful interactions with young children.
1What's your favorite color, and can you show me something that color?
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What's your favorite color, and can you show me something that color?
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Why this works
This simple question helps develop color recognition and vocabulary while encouraging the child to point out objects around them.
2What's your favorite animal, and what sound does it make?
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What's your favorite animal, and what sound does it make?
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Why this works
This question encourages animal recognition and sound imitation, which are important developmental milestones for 2-year-olds.
3What did you eat for lunch today, and was it yummy?
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What did you eat for lunch today, and was it yummy?
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Why this works
This question helps develop food vocabulary and encourages the child to share about their daily experiences.
4What's your favorite toy, and can you tell me about it?
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What's your favorite toy, and can you tell me about it?
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Why this works
This question encourages the child to talk about their interests and helps develop descriptive language skills.
5What do you like to do when you play outside?
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What do you like to do when you play outside?
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Why this works
This question helps develop vocabulary about activities and encourages the child to share about their play experiences.
6What's your favorite book, and can you tell me what happens in it?
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What's your favorite book, and can you tell me what happens in it?
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Why this works
This question encourages storytelling and helps develop narrative skills while promoting literacy interest.
7What do you like to do with mommy and daddy?
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What do you like to do with mommy and daddy?
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Why this works
This question helps develop family vocabulary and encourages the child to share about their relationships and activities.
8What's your favorite song, and can you sing it for me?
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What's your favorite song, and can you sing it for me?
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Why this works
This question encourages musical expression and helps develop rhythm and language skills through singing.
9What do you like to do when you're happy?
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What do you like to do when you're happy?
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Why this works
This question helps develop emotional vocabulary and encourages the child to express their feelings and preferences.
10What's your favorite food, and why do you like it?
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What's your favorite food, and why do you like it?
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Why this works
This question helps develop food vocabulary and encourages the child to express preferences and reasons.
11What do you like to do when you're tired?
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What do you like to do when you're tired?
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Why this works
This question helps develop vocabulary about daily routines and encourages the child to share about their rest and sleep habits.
12What's your favorite thing to do with your friends?
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What's your favorite thing to do with your friends?
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Why this works
This question helps develop social vocabulary and encourages the child to share about their friendships and social interactions.
13What do you like to do when it's raining outside?
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What do you like to do when it's raining outside?
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Why this works
This question helps develop weather vocabulary and encourages the child to share about indoor activities and weather-related experiences.
14What's your favorite thing to do at bedtime?
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What's your favorite thing to do at bedtime?
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Why this works
This question helps develop routine vocabulary and encourages the child to share about their bedtime activities and preferences.
15What do you like to do when you're playing with blocks?
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What do you like to do when you're playing with blocks?
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Why this works
This question helps develop play vocabulary and encourages the child to share about their creative and building activities.
Engaging with 2-Year-Olds
Expert tips and techniques for getting the most out of these questions.
Communication Strategies
Use Simple Language
Keep questions short and simple, using words the child can understand and respond to easily.
Be Patient and Encouraging
Give the child time to respond and encourage their attempts at communication, even if they're not perfect.
Follow Their Lead
Pay attention to what the child is interested in and ask questions that build on their current focus and activities.