UFC 4-740-14
1 August 2002
5-13.2.2.5 Toddlers need to store bulkier outdoor clothing in their cubbies. Provide
storage for satchels or backpacks used by children to carry personal items. Consider
safety hooks. Provide cubby compartments of a minimum of 300 mm (12 in.) wide, 380
mm (15 in.) deep, and 1220 mm (48 in.) high each. Provide two safety hooks in each
cubby for hanging garments, and include a shelf for boxes, boots, or extra shoes.
Ensure children's clothing is physically separate from and does not touch other
children's clothing. Provide a bench in this area about 255 mm (10 in.) high for children
to sit on while donning their outdoor clothing and boots.
5-13.2.2.6 Refer to Section 7-1 for more information on finishes and Section 7-2 for
more information on plumbing.
5-13.3
Preschool Considerations. Children at this age are actively exploring
their environment; exercising large muscle skills by running, jumping, galloping, riding
wheeled toys and playing various ball games. Provide a large amount of architecturally
unrestricted available space that caregivers and children can divide into smaller interest
areas. Their level of skills enables them to take part in more advanced activities,
requiring a greater number of interest areas configured for small groups of children in
each area. Other activities for this group are dramatic play, music, painting, puzzles,
manipulative play, block play, pre-math, reading, and writing. Preschool age children
are involved in various projects, including simple food preparation, problem solving,
science, and gardening.
5-13.3.1
Consider the following elements when designing the preschool activity
room:
5-13.3.1.1 The open activity area needs to be large, open and flexible to allow free
movement within the space. More cooperative play occurs in this room, such as group
activities and games. Children of this age are at a higher level of development that
enables them to take part in a wider range of activities.
5-13.3.1.2 Allow for maturing skills in large motor development through the use of
multi-level portable platforms.
5-13.3.1.3
Provide ample table space for games and projects.
5-13.3.1.4
Provide art sinks.
The Air Force does not require art sinks.
5-13.3.1.5 Allow for sand and water play, which may consist of freestanding tables or
troughs with nearby safety hooks for smocks and towels. Provide an impervious floor
finish. Provide a floor drain. Consider that sand and water play can occur in the art sink
area (see Air Force exception above).
5-13.3.1.6
Provide an area for reading with natural light and a quiet environment.
5-13.3.1.7 Preschool children need to store bulkier outdoor clothing in their cubbies.
Provide storage for satchels or backpacks used by children to carry personal items.
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