Your 33 month old

As your child nears his third birthday, you may notice him becoming curious about other people's moods -- he may wonder why grandma is angry or his daddy is sad. Attempting an explanation ("Grandma is angry because her car isn't working") helps your child learn that emotions are normal and it's OK to talk about them. Your child is learning something about his own moods, too. In addition, his disposition -- whether quiet, adventurous, or gregarious -- is becoming more apparent. A general respect for how he responds to the world will help him feel accepted. So let him know you love him just the way he is. (24022014)