10A NCAC 09 .0509. ACTIVITIES: GENERAL REQUIREMENTS FOR CENTERS

The learning environment consists of the indoor and outdoor area which encourages child initiated and teacher supported activities as follows:

(1)           Each center shall have developmentally appropriate equipment and materials accessible on a daily basis.

(2)           The materials and equipment indoors and outdoors shall be sufficient to provide a variety of play experiences which promote the children's social, emotional, intellectual and physical development.

(3)           Teacher-made and home-made equipment and materials may be used if they are safe and functional. Materials and equipment that are accessible to children shall not be coated or treated with, nor shall they contain, toxic materials such as creosote, pentacholorphenol, tributyl tin oxide, dislodgeable arsenic and any finishes which contain pesticides.

(4)           Developmentally appropriate equipment and materials shall be provided for a variety of outdoor activities which allow for vigorous play and large muscle development.  Each child shall have the opportunity for outdoor play each day that weather conditions permit.  The center shall provide space and time for vigorous indoor activities when children cannot play outdoors.

 

History Note:        Authority G.S. 110-85; 110-91(2),(12); 143B-168.3;

Eff. July 1, 1988;

Amended Eff. July 1, 2010; July 1, 1998; January 1, 1996.