Toys for Imagination & Pretend Play

The word heuristic derives from the Greek word “eurisko” meaning “I discover” and describes an intuitive way of meeting challenges and solving problems. This TickiT wooden heuristic play resource provides an opportunity to capitalise on a toddlers’ curiosity about the objects that make up the world around them, and provides valuable opportunities for extending children’s learning. The open-ended nature of heuristic play encourages children to explore and investigate in their own way, applying their own creative ideas and building on their own experiences through free play without adult guidance. The 20-piece set is made of beech wood and includes one of each of the following resources as well as an activity guide and a large drawstring bag to hold the components when not in use: Ball 50 mm, ball 60 mm, hemisphere 40 mm, disc 60 mm, wheel 50 mm, wheel 40 mm, conical figure 103 mm, cube 40 mm, cube 50 mm, egg cup 63 mm, egg cup 70 mm, napkin ring 47 mm, bowl 70 mm, bowl 92 mm, ring 48 mm, ring 56 mm, ring 70 mm, barrel 55 mm, spool 35 mm, onion top 50 mm, a cotton bag and an activity guide (click here to view & download) Supports the following areas of learning: • Personal Development - sensory• Physical Development - construction• Physical Development - motor skills• Understanding the World - observation Age: Recommended from 10 mths+

The water pipe is broken! Can you use the magnetic pieces to fix it and make the water flow again? This strategy and thinking game comes with a built in magnetic board and 9 magnetic pipe pieces. The included 30 pattern cards outline different starting points to fix the pipe work. Size: Box 25.5 x 20 cm Recommended from 3 yrs+

The Creative Matchsticks Game is perfect for challenging logical thinking and problem solving skills. It features different levels from picture recreation to advanced logic challenges. The box and wooden matchsticks are magnetic so work in progress will stay in place. Size: Box 22 x 21 cm Recommended from 3 yrs+

The playful Bernese Mountain Dog is in charge when it comes to protecting his Trauffer farm family. Made in Switzerland and individually handcrafted from FSC sustainable linden, or basswood, the Trauffer Mountain Dog is a tactile figure, hand painted in water colours allowing the natural grain of the wood to show. Size: 10 x 6 cm Recommended from 3 yrs+

This cute wooden goat will delight with it's adorable bell. Made in Switzerland and individually handcrafted from FSC sustainable linden, or basswood, the Trauffer wooden animals are hand painted in water colours allowing the natural grain of the wood to show. Size: 8 cm x 8 cm x 2 cm Recommended from 3 yrs+

This majestic large camel shouldn't be missing from your Trauffer collection. Made in Switzerland and individually handcrafted from FSC sustainable linden, or basswood, the Trauffer Camel is a tactile figure, hand painted in water colours allowing the natural grain of the wood to show. Size: 14 x 11 cm Recommended from 3 yrs+

The Trauffer brown Chicken is just one of many in the farm range to collect. Made in Switzerland and individually handcrafted from FSC sustainable linden, or basswood, the Trauffer Chicken is a tactile figure, hand painted in water colours allowing the natural grain of the wood to show. Size: 4 x 4 cm Recommended from 3 yrs+

The Trauffer Deer is the adorable mum to the Trauffer Fawn and a great addition to your collection. Made in Switzerland and individually handcrafted from FSC sustainable linden, or basswood, the Trauffer Deer is a tactile figure, hand painted in water colours allowing the natural grain of the wood to show. Size: 6 x 6 cm Recommended from 3 yrs+

Elephants are known for their memory, intelligence and love of family and the Trauffer Elephant Calf will sure become a favourite. Made in Switzerland and individually handcrafted from FSC sustainable linden, or basswood, the Trauffer Elephant Calf is a tactile figure, hand painted in water colours allowing the natural grain of the wood to show. Size: 8 x 7 cm Recommended from 3 yrs+

The fully grown Elephant is just as adorable as the Elephant Calf. Made in Switzerland and individually handcrafted from FSC sustainable linden, or basswood, the Trauffer Camel is a tactile figure, hand painted in water colours allowing the natural grain of the wood to show. Size: 13 x 12 cm Recommended from 3 yrs+

The adorable Trauffer Fawn is the perfect addition to your forest play scenes. Made in Switzerland and individually handcrafted from FSC sustainable linden, or basswood, the Trauffer Fawn is a tactile figure, hand painted in water colours allowing the natural grain of the wood to show. Size: 5 x 5 cm Recommended from 3 yrs+

Who is the champion of balancing on one leg? The Trauffer Flamingo of course. Made in Switzerland and individually handcrafted from FSC sustainable linden, or basswood, the Trauffer Flamingo is a tactile figure, hand painted in water colours allowing the natural grain of the wood to show. Size: 6 x 9.5 cm Recommended from 3 yrs+

This cheeky wooden goat will be a fun addition to your farm set up or small world play. Made in Switzerland and individually handcrafted from FSC sustainable linden, or basswood, the Trauffer wooden animals are tactile figures, hand painted in water colours allowing the natural grain of the wood to show. Size: 10 cm x 8 cm x 2 cm Recommended from 3 yrs+

There is just something special about horses and the Trauffer Large Horse is no different. Made in Switzerland and individually handcrafted from FSC sustainable linden, or basswood, the Trauffer Horse is a tactile figure, hand painted in water colours allowing the natural grain of the wood to show. Size: 12 x 13 cm Recommended from 3 yrs+

  Whether you're adding to your zoo, farm, forest or safari collection, the wooden Trauffer animals are the perfect addition. Meet the wild, woolly and super cute Llama. It's generous size is ideal for young children and big ideas. Made from sustainable FSC linden, or basswood and hand crafted and painted in Switzerland. Heirloom quality and value. Size: 11 cm x 13 cm x 3 cm Recommended from 3 yrs+