1. (1) A school-age provider must work to maximize children's interests, engagement with developmentally and culturally responsive activities, and ability to learn from play.

2. (2) A school-age provider must maximize children's interests, engagement, and abilities by using techniques such as:

   1. (a) Maximizing learning time with learning materials and products, limiting disruptions during activities, and offering additional choices when activities are completed;
   2. (b) Giving clear instructions and directions; and
   3. (c) Making opportunities for children to learn during transitions by clearly communicating expectations and keeping transitions to a duration that is developmentally appropriate.

3. (3) A school-age provider must offer developmentally and culturally responsive activities that offer a range of auditory, visual, and movement opportunities by using techniques such as:

   1. (a) Encourage child engagement;
   2. (b) Promote each child's self-help and social skills;
   3. (c) Organized around child interests and ideas;
   4. (d) Allow choice, exploration, and experimentation;
   5. (e) Promote active and play-based learning experiences;
   6. (f) Allow children freedom to move during activities;
   7. (g) Ensure child expression;
   8. (h) Utilize interesting and creative materials;
   9. (i) Offer hands-on opportunities for children;
   10. (j) Provide opportunity for children to direct their own learning and problem solving rather than teacher-directed activities; and
   11. (k) Orient and guide children toward learning objectives.

[Statutory Authority: RCW 43.216.055 and 43.216.065. WSR 21-10-035, § 110-301-0320, filed 4/27/21, effective 6/1/21.]