{"product_id":"mta-wooden-heuristic-play-set","title":"MTA Wooden Heuristic Play Set","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEducational Benefits\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSupports early problem-solving as children compare shapes, experiment with balance and explore cause and effect.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBuilds early mathematical thinking through sorting, grouping, sequencing and patterning activities.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEnhances fine motor development as children grasp, stack, roll and manipulate each piece.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEncourages creative expression and imaginative exploration through open-ended play opportunities.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eClassroom \u0026amp; Play Activity Ideas\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCreate a discovery basket filled with a selection of shapes and invite children to explore freely.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIntroduce a sorting station where children classify objects by shape, size or texture.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOffer a construction challenge using bowls, cups and rings to build stable or tall structures.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSet up a rolling investigation using spheres and ramps to explore movement and speed.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduct Details\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSuitable for ages 10+ months.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIncludes a variety of wooden pieces such as rings, bowls, spools, spheres and cups.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eApproximate largest piece measurement: 12(L) x 20(H) x 12(W) cm.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMade from smooth, durable wood with a natural finish.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAlways use under adult supervision.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCheck pieces regularly and remove if worn or damaged.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Modern Teaching Aids NZ","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42939005862001,"sku":"MTA020003","price":269.95,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0626\/7633\/6753\/files\/mta020003_mta-wooden-heuristic-play-set_v1_2.jpg?v=1768371340","url":"https:\/\/teaching.co.nz\/products\/mta-wooden-heuristic-play-set","provider":"Modern Teaching Aids NZ","version":"1.0","type":"link"}