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Hmm, yes that's what toddlers are all about. Fun isn't it? and it doesn't get better with age. My 2.5 year old is even worse. He will go from being totally co-operative and then a sec later be having a break down over the most absurd things. Like putting his shoes on or something. It's their way of seeking their own independence and finding their limits. Jaxon turned 1 on the 31st May and hasn't really started that toddler stuff. Yet anyway...
You could give your dd a time-out. She isn't too young, but it may be a bit difficult because she won't totally understand it. You could put her in a safe corner (1 min of time out). Another thing is that she may be having these crying sessions because she's emotionally frustrated. In that case maybe put her in her crib for a few mins with a cuddly object. She may just need time to herself in order to calm down. Don't let her think she's in trouble though. Just tell her she needs to lay down until she feels better. That tactic still works with ds1. He will even go to his room on his own for a few mins of quiet time when he's upset.
You also have to pick your battles. She isn't being manipulative at this age. She's just testing her boundaries. Try a new bath toy to make bath time interesting again, music in the bathroom is a big hit with my kids (Jack Johnson is quiet and relaxing. Let her "brush" her own teeth. Do something special.
The pretend to be giving something is completely normal at this age. There are somethings a 1 year doesn't comprehend and sharing is one of them. Don't expect so much from her.

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