Texas Administrative Code (Last Updated: March 27,2024) |
TITLE 26. HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES |
PART 1. HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION |
CHAPTER 746. MINIMUM STANDARDS FOR CHILD-CARE CENTERS |
SUBCHAPTER J. BASIC CARE REQUIREMENTS FOR PRE-KINDERGARTEN AGE CHILDREN |
SECTION 746.2605. What furnishings and equipment must I provide for pre-kindergarten age children?
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Furnishings and equipment for pre-kindergarten age children must include at least the following:
(1) Interest centers, such as dramatic play, block building, stories and books, science and nature activities, art and music activities, sensory, and problem-solving activities that are: (A) Clearly defined; (B) Organized for independent use by children; and (C) Arranged so the children's activities are visible to the caregiver; (2) Age-appropriate seating, tables, and nap or rest equipment; (3) Enough popular items available so that children are not forced to compete for them; and (4) Containers or low shelving available so items children can safely use without direct supervision are accessible to children. Source Note: The provisions of this §746.2605 adopted to be effective September 1, 2003, 28 TexReg 1402; transferred effective March 9, 2018, as published in the Texas Register February 16, 2018, 43 TexReg 909