Many children will enjoy playing with empty containers and soapy water in the sink. Of course, this activity can tend to get sloppy, so clear guidelines ahead of time will save a lot of trouble. Water play is often soothing, almost therapeutic to young children. Be extra watchful, and reinforce through your words and actions solid rules for safety. Kitchens aren't the only rooms in the house where learning takes place.
Every room is packed with possible learning activities.
From counting tissue squares in the bathroom to cutting out pictures from old newspapers and catalogs in the garage, learning opportunities abound. Put your imagination to work. You'll think of many ways to capitalize on learning possibilities in your home. I've noticed that when she is tense, she stutters. Your daughter, like all toddlers her age, is learning language fast.