Optimalisasi Kemampuan Motorik Kasar Anak Melalui Permainan Egrang Berbahan Tempurung Kelapa

Abstract

This study aimed to improve children's gross motor skills through a coconut-shell stilts game. The research employed a classroom action research design based on the Kemmis and McTaggart model, comprising planning, action, observation, and reflection. The study was conducted over two cycles, with two meetings in each cycle, involving 16 kindergarten children in Group B. Data were collected through observations of teacher activities, children's learning activities, and assessments of gross motor development. The data were analyzed using descriptive quantitative analysis. The findings revealed that the percentage of children achieving the Developing as Expected and Developing Very Well categories increased from 37.5% at baseline to 62.5% in Cycle I and 87.5% in Cycle II. Teacher activity increased from 72.73% to 90.91%, while children's learning activity increased from 70% to 90%. The results in Cycle II met the predetermined success criteria. These findings indicate that the coconut-shell stilts game can serve as an alternative learning activity to stimulate gross motor development in early childhood, particularly balance, movement coordination, and body control. However, two children remained in the Beginning to Develop category and required further stimulation tailored to their developmental needs. The implementation of this game should include appropriate teacher supervision, safe equipment, and a suitable play environment to ensure children's safety throughout the learning activities.