Open-Ended Heuristic Play

The Round & Round Kit is an exceptional addition to any early years nursery, children’s centre, or gallery discovery room.

Each kit contains 10 handmade cylinder cushions in two complementary sizes:

  • 5 Small Cushions: 10cm diameter — lightweight for little hands to clutch, roll, and balance.
  • 5 Large Cushions: 30cm diameter — sturdy cylinders for sitting on, rolling over, and building dens.

The shape and proportions were tested and refined across three years of theatre play workshops. Because these cylinders have no predetermined single use, children invent endless possibilities — stacking towers that tumble safely, rolling obstacle courses, and imaginary stepping stones.

Cushions can be combined with balls, fabrics, and hoops for hours of explorative heuristic play.

Specifications & Price

Materials: High-density fire-retardant safety foam

Covers: 100% machine-washable zipped covers

Includes: Sturdy branded duffle storage bag

Cost: £150 + VAT

Round and Round cylinder cushions stacked

Fabric Swatches & Patterns

Handmade by artist Heather Berrill in a curated mix of sensory textures:

Blue patterned fabric Black and white patterned fabric Red with white spots Yellow spotted fabric Earth tone fabric Vibrant red patterned fabric
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Children playing with cushions at exhibition
“My daughter incorporates everything into her own play and these things will come up again, the circular cushions for example. Really good for making visual connections.”