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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/RULE §746.2605 - What furnishings and equipment must I provide for pre-kindergarten age children?
Chapter Review Date 04/04/2024

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.

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