Code of Maryland Regulations
Title 13A - STATE BOARD OF EDUCATION
Subtitle 18 - LARGE FAMILY CHILD CARE HOMES
Chapter 13A.18.09 - Program Requirements
Section 13A.18.09.03 - Activity Materials, Equipment, and Furnishings
Universal Citation: MD Code Reg 13A.18.09.03
Current through Register Vol. 51, No. 19, September 20, 2024
A. For indoor and outdoor activities, a provider shall provide to each group of children in care a sufficient quantity and variety of activity materials, equipment, and furnishings according to the numbers, ages, and developmental needs of the children.
B. Activity materials and equipment shall be:
(1) Provided for:
(a) Vigorous play;
(b) Creative and dramatic play;
(c) Socialization;
(d) Manipulation, including construction materials;
(e) Exploration of art, music, language arts, and science; and
(f) Individual pursuits;
(2) Appropriate to each child's individual development of cognitive, social, emotional, and fine and gross motor skills;
(3) Easily accessible to each child for whose use they are intended;
(4) In good repair, clean, nontoxic, and free from hazards including lead paint; and
(5) Culturally sensitive and representative of the children in care.
C. In reviewing materials and equipment in before-school and after-school programs, the office shall take into consideration that the child has attended an instructional program during regular school hours.
D. Furnishings used by a child in care:
(1) May include furniture and other furnishings used by residents in the child care home; and
(2) Shall be scaled in proportion to the child's size.
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