The author defines heuristic play as an activity where the objects, timing and organisation are clearly defined and adult-led, but the play is free and belongs to the child. Heuristic play is covered ...

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What does it mean? Heuristic play is a term to explain a more structured approach to observing and encouraging young children's natural curiosity in everyday household objects. Young children take ...