Ar-Raihanah: Jurnal Pendidikan Islam Anak Usia Dini

Efektivitas Media Clay dalam Pengenalan Geometri Anak Usia Dini di TK Al-Umari

Lia Dian Sari, Amilda, Nyimas Atika, Nyayu Soraya, Lidia Oktamarina — Wed, 16 Jul 2025 00:00:00 +0000

This study aims to analyze the effect of using clay media on improving the ability to recognize geometry in children aged 5-6 years at Al-Umari Kindergarten. The background of this study is based on the lack of stimulation given to children related to the introduction of geometric shapes in daily learning activities. This study uses a quantitative approach with an experimental method, as well as a one group pretest-posttest design. Data were collected through observation, testing, and documentation. The test instrument consisted of a pretest and posttest using Student Worksheets (LKPD) that had been tested for validity and reliability. The results of the analysis showed a significant increase in the ability to recognize geometry, with an average pretest score of 20.1 and increasing to 28.9 in the posttest. These findings indicate that clay media is effective in improving children's cognitive abilities in recognizing geometric shapes. In conclusion, clay media can be used as an alternative learning media that is interesting and useful for the development of early childhood cognitive abilities in the field of geometry

Pengaruh Kegiatan Ninja Warrior Kids Terhadap Perkembangan Motorik Kasar Anak Usia 5-6 Tahun Di Taman Kanak-Kanak Yayasan Amalan Kota Padang

Rahma Syovianti, Vivi Anggraini, Farida Mayar, Indra Yeni — Wed, 16 Jul 2025 00:00:00 +0000

This study aims to determine the effect of Ninja Warrior Kids activities on gross motor development of children aged 5-6 years in learning activities at Amalan Foundation Kindergarten, Padang City. This study uses a quantitative approach with a quasi-experimental method. The population in this study were all Amalan Foundation Kindergarten students in the 2024/2025 school year. The sampling technique used was cluster sampling, with Bintang class as the experimental group (12 children) and Bulan class as the control group (12 children). The experimental group received treatment in the form of Ninja Warrior Kids activities, while the control group followed the traditional game of engklek. Data were obtained through pre-test and post-test which were analyzed using the independent sample t-test statistical test. The results showed that there was a significant influence between Ninja Warrior Kids activities on children's gross motor development. This is evidenced by the significance value (2-tailed) of 0.017 < 0.05. Thus, it can be concluded that Ninja Warrior Kids activities are effective as an alternative learning media to develop gross motor skills in early childhood. The findings of this research have significant implications for early childhood education, particularly in enhancing motor development through engaging physical activities. By integrating Ninja Warrior Kids activities into the curriculum, educators can promote physical activity that not only fosters gross motor skills but also encourages social interaction and teamwork among children. This experimental research highlights the importance of innovative approaches in early childhood education, suggesting that such activities can be a valuable addition to traditional learning methods

Pemanfaatan Media Permainan dalam Menstimulasi Perkembangan Berpikir Simbolik Anak Usia 4-5 Tahun

Azkiah Mutmainah, Dadan Nugraha, Herman Syafri — Tue, 22 Jul 2025 00:00:00 +0000

Symbolic thinking is a crucial ability in the cognitive development of early childhood, particularly in the 4–5-year age range. At this stage, children begin to recognize and use symbols such as numbers and letters in their daily activities. This study aims to describe the role of play-based media in stimulating the development of symbolic thinking in early childhood. The research was conducted at RA ABC in Tasikmalaya City using a descriptive qualitative approach through observation of children's play activities, interviews with teachers, and documentation of the learning process. The research subjects consisted of 12 children from Group A and two classroom teachers. Data were analyzed using the interactive model of Miles and Huberman. The results show that play media designed in an engaging and developmentally appropriate manner can effectively facilitate the gradual understanding of symbols. The children not only recognized the forms of symbols but also began to associate them with meaning or function within the context of play. These findings support Piaget's concept of symbolic representation and expand its application in early childhood education settings. The novelty of this study lies in the design of the symbol media, which integrates elements of numeracy and literacy into a unified play experience. The implications of these findings highlight the importance of developing a play-based early childhood curriculum, providing innovative and accessible media for teachers, and enhancing teacher capacity in facilitating symbolic learning in a joyful and meaningful way

Kreativitas Anak Usia 5-6 Tahun di TK Joy Kids National Plus Tasikmalaya

Rika Nurhayati, Qonita, Edi Hendri Mulyana — Tue, 22 Jul 2025 00:00:00 +0000

This study aims to describe the level of creativity among children aged 5–6 years at TK Joy Kids National Plus Tasikmalaya, based on four main aspects: fluency, flexibility, originality, and elaboration. A quantitative descriptive method was used, involving 20 children as participants. The results showed that most children were at a moderate level of creativity, with notable strengths in generating many ideas (fluency) and coming up with unique ideas (originality). However, the ability to think from different perspectives (flexibility) varied among children, and the skill of developing ideas in more detail (elaboration) was still in progress. Based on these findings, it is recommended that learning strategies be adjusted to each child's needs and that the learning environment be made more stimulating to help develop their creativity more effectively. The implication of this study is the need to develop more flexible, contextual, and child-centered learning strategies to support the equal development and enhancement of all aspects of creativity—particularly flexibility and elaboration—while also acknowledging the limitation in generalizability, as the research was conducted at a single institution

Identifikasi Gaya Belajar Anak Usia Dini melalui Pendekatan Deskriptif di TK Gugus I Kecamatan Cipedes Kota Tasikmalaya

Aulia Dwi Putri, Taopik Rahman, Resa Respati — Wed, 16 Jul 2025 00:00:00 +0000

This study aims to describe the learning styles of 4–5 year old children in Kindergarten Cluster I, Cipedes District, based on the VAK (Visual, Auditory, and Kinesthetic) model. Understanding children's learning style tendencies is crucial to support a learning process that aligns with the developmental characteristics of early childhood. This study used a quantitative approach with descriptive methods. The research sample consisted of 123 children aged 4–5 years selected using a random sampling technique. Data were collected through observation questionnaires completed by 12 class teachers, and analyzed using descriptive statistics with the help of SPSS and Microsoft Excel. The results showed that most children had visual and kinesthetic learning styles in the high category, each with 99 children (80.5%). Auditory learning styles were also quite high, with 78 children (63.4%), while no children were in the low category for all three types of learning styles. These findings indicate that visual and kinesthetic learning styles are more dominant than auditory in children aged 4–5 years at the research location. These findings demonstrate the importance of teachers understanding children's learning style tendencies to design appropriate learning. This research provides practical contributions for early childhood education teachers in designing varied activities that address all learning styles. Its novelty lies in the quantitative mapping of early childhood learning styles at the local level as a basis for data-driven learning planning

Stimulasi Kemampuan Motorik Halus Anak Usia 4-5 Tahun Melalui Kegiatan Meronce Pompom Di TK Perwari 1 Kota Tasikmalaya

Fini Welsa Agustin, Heri Yusuf Muslihin , Aini Loita , Dadan Nugraha — Tue, 22 Jul 2025 00:00:00 +0000

Simple movements such as pompom stringing have significant benefits in supporting the growth and development of early childhood, particularly in terms of fine motor skills. This activity not only provides an enjoyable experience for children, but also contributes to improved eye-hand coordination and the ability to control and direct fine movements accurately. This study aims to examine the effect of pompom stringing activities on improving fine motor skills in 4-5-year-old children at TK Perwari 1 in Tasikmalaya City. The study employs the Classroom Action Research (CAR) approach based on the Kemmis and McTaggart model, conducted in two cycles, each consisting of planning, implementation, observation, and reflection stages. The research subjects consisted of 12 children selected based on age criteria and the need to improve fine motor skills. Data collection techniques were conducted through observation and documentation during the activity process. The results of the study showed a significant improvement in five main aspects of fine motor skills, namely eye-hand coordination, finger and hand muscle strength, precision and movement control, speed, and endurance. The children also demonstrated active participation and high enthusiasm during the pompom crafting activity. These findings indicate that the pompom crafting activity is effective in enhancing the fine motor skill development of young children and can be implemented as part of a fun and meaningful learning strategy in early childhood education settings

Pengaruh Media Board Game Berbasis IT Terhadap Kemampuan Berpikir Simbolik Anak Usia 5-6 Tahun

Aisyah Salsabila, Herman, Hasmawaty, Delvhina Manga — Wed, 16 Jul 2025 00:00:00 +0000

This study aims to determine the effect of using information technology-based board game media on the symbolic thinking skills of children aged 5-6 years at Mentari Kindergarten. This study uses a quantitative approach with a quasi-experimental design of the Nonequivalent Control Group Design type. The sample consisted of 20 children, who were divided into two groups: 10 children as the experimental group and 10 children as the control group. The experimental group was given treatment using IT-based board game media, while the control group used conventional media in the form of picture flashcards. Data collection techniques include observation, testing, and documentation. Data analysis was carried out using the Wilcoxon test with the help of SPSS version 23. The results of the study showed a significant increase in children's symbolic thinking skills in the experimental group with a Z value = -2.689 and p = 0.007 (p < 0.05), while the control group did not show a significant increase with p = 0.066 (p > 0.05). Thus, it can be concluded that IT-based board game media is effective in improving the symbolic thinking skills of early childhood

Scaffolding Berbasis Modeling dalam Pengembangan Bahasa Ekspresif Anak Usia Dini di TK Aisyiyah 2 Tasikmalaya

Rini Handayani, Dadan Nugraha, Alfian Azhar Yamin — Tue, 22 Jul 2025 00:00:00 +0000

Expressive language skills are an important aspect in early childhood development because they play a role in conveying ideas, feelings, and experiences verbally. This study used a descriptive qualitative approach with data collection techniques in the form of observation, semi-structured interviews, and documentation. The research subjects consisted of two children in group B at Aisyiyah 2 Kindergarten in Tasikmalaya, the class teacher, and the principal as supporting informants. The results showed that children have varied language development, ranging from passive to being able to construct coherent sentences. The modeling strategies used by teachers include providing verbal examples, facial expressions, gestures, and are adaptive to the child's characteristics and have proven effective in increasing speaking courage and sentence construction skills. Modeling-based scaffolding is an effective strategy in helping early childhood develop expressive language in a gradual, contextual, and meaningful manner. This study strengthens Vygotsky's theory of scaffolding and Bandura's social learning theory through the role of modeling in children's language development. Early childhood teachers are advised to use a modeling approach in daily interactions as a language stimulation strategy that is adaptive and responsive to characteristics.

Pengaruh Kegiatan Ice Breaking Wire Game Terhadap Konsentrasi Belajar Anak Usia Dini: Quasi Eksperimen di TK Al-Barokah

Nur Aini, Dadan Nugraha, Edi Hendri Mulyana — Wed, 16 Jul 2025 00:00:00 +0000

This study aims to determine the effect of ice breaking wire game activities on the concentration of early childhood learning. This study is based on the low level of children's concentration in the learning process which causes them to be easily distracted and have difficulty in completing tasks. The method used is a quasi-experiment with a sample of 8 people in group B at Al-Bayyinah Kindergarten as the control class and 8 people in group B at Al-Barokah Kindergarten as the experimental class. The data collection technique uses an observation sheet that covers three aspects of concentration, namely focus, duration of attention and suitability in working. The analysis used is descriptive statistics to describe data in both numerical and visual forms while inferential statistics to draw conclusions about a population based on data. The results of the study showed that there was a significant increase in children's learning concentration in the experimental class after being given treatment in the form of ice breaking wire game activities. This is evidenced by the N-gain value of the experimental class of 0.88 with a high category, while the N-gain value of the control class was only 0.093. In addition, it can be seen from the Mann Whitney U test the Asymp value. Sig.(2-tailed) 0.002 which is less than 0.05. Therefore, it can be concluded that Ha is accepted and Ho is rejected which means that there is an influence of the effectiveness of ice breaking wire game activities in developing the learning concentration abilities of early childhood children and there is a difference in the learning concentration abilities of early childhood children from both the experimental and control classes