MTA Wooden Heuristic Play Set

The MTA Wooden Heuristic Play Set invites young children to explore, discover and experiment through open-ended, hands-on play. With a beautiful assortment of smooth wooden shapes - including rings, cups, bowls, spheres, spools and more - this tactile set encourages children to investigate how objects relate, stack, roll, hide and balance. Whether used during quiet exploration, group discovery or intentional learning experiences, this set brings curiosity, creativity and natural wonder into the early years environment. Designed to support self-directed play, the pieces encourage children to make connections, test ideas and express their thinking in playful and meaningful ways.

Educational Benefits

• Supports early problem-solving as children compare shapes, experiment with balance and explore cause and effect.
• Builds early mathematical thinking through sorting, grouping, sequencing and patterning activities.
• Enhances fine motor development as children grasp, stack, roll and manipulate each piece.
• Encourages creative expression and imaginative exploration through open-ended play opportunities.

Classroom & Play Activity Ideas

• Create a discovery basket filled with a selection of shapes and invite children to explore freely.
• Introduce a sorting station where children classify objects by shape, size or texture.
• Offer a construction challenge using bowls, cups and rings to build stable or tall structures.
• Set up a rolling investigation using spheres and ramps to explore movement and speed.

Product Details

• Suitable for ages 10+ months.
• Includes a variety of wooden pieces such as rings, bowls, spools, spheres and cups.
• Approximate largest piece measurement: 12(L) x 20(H) x 12(W) cm.
• Made from smooth, durable wood with a natural finish.
• Always use under adult supervision.
• Check pieces regularly and remove if worn or damaged.