Analisis Pemanfaatan Permainan Tradisional dalam Menstimulasi Perkembangan Anak Usia Dini

Abstract

Traditional games are part of local cultural wisdom that play a vital role in supporting various aspects of early childhood development. However, the rapid development of technology and the increasing use of gadgets have resulted in children playing traditional games less frequently. This situation reduces their opportunities for learning experiences involving physical activity and direct Social interaction. This research was conducted to explore the implementation of traditional games, namely jump rope, marbles, dende-dende, sticks, and jingkal-jingkal, as learning media to stimulate early childhood development in the Bumi Samata Permai Housing Complex. The study used a qualitative descriptive approach with direct observation techniques of children during traditional games. Data were obtained through observation, field notes, and documentation, then analyzed descriptively based on developmental indicators observed during the activities. The results showed that traditional games positively contribute to the development of children's gross and fine motor skills, cognitive abilities, language skills, and social-emotional skills. In addition, these games also foster various character values, such as cooperation, sportsmanship, discipline, responsibility, and obedience to rules. In addition to creating a fun learning atmosphere, traditional games also play a role in introducing and preserving local cultural values. Therefore, traditional games are worthy of being used as effective, educational, and culture-based learning media to optimize the development of early childhood.