Introduce curious toddlers to the world of heuristic play with this beautifully simple set of Natural Wooden Figures. Made from smooth, solid beechwood, these large conical shapes offer endless possibilities for open ended exploration, encouraging children to investigate, handle, build and imagine in their own unique ways.
Rooted in the idea of discovery based learning, heuristic play allows young children to follow their natural curiosity and experiment with objects freely. These tactile wooden figures are perfect for grasping, balancing, lining up, hiding, counting and storytelling, offering valuable opportunities to develop problem solving, fine motor skills and early imaginative thinking.
The uncoloured wood highlights the natural grain, creating a calming and sensory rich resource ideal for toddlers, nurseries and home learning environments. Pair them with additional heuristic items or loose parts to extend play and spark new ideas.
Features
- Set of 10 large natural beechwood conical figures
- Smooth, tactile shapes ideal for small hands
- Perfect for heuristic play, loose parts exploration and open ended discovery
- Encourages sensory investigation, early problem solving and creativity
- Supports imaginative play and small world setups
- Natural finish showcases the unique wood grain
- Durable and suitable for everyday early years use
Specifications
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Size: 100 mm
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Pack Size: 10 wooden figures
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Material: Solid beechwood
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Age Recommendation: Suitable for supervised use in early years settings
Benefits for All Learners
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Supports Sensory Exploration: Smooth wooden surfaces encourage touch and calm engagement
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Enhances Fine Motor Skills: Grasping, placing and balancing strengthen coordination
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Inclusive and SEN Friendly: Open ended design allows children to explore at their own pace
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Encourages Imaginative Play: Figures can become characters, towers, markers or props in storytelling
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Develops Observation Skills: Children notice shapes, sizes, textures and natural variations
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Promotes Independent Learning: Perfect for child led discovery and self directed investigation
Why Buy from Learning SPACE?
The Natural Wooden Figures set is an essential resource for heuristic play, supporting creativity, curiosity and sensory development across early years environments.
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