Umi Masturoh
Universitas Islam AL Azhar Gresik

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Optimizing Early Childhood Sensorimotor Development through Nature-Based Art Activities: A Case Study at Tarbiyatul Islamiyah Playgroup Habibatul Karimah; Umi Masturoh
Ceria: Jurnal Program Studi Pendidikan Anak Usia Dini Vol. 15 No. 2 (2026): Ceria Jurnal Pendidikan Anak Usia Dini
Publisher : Fakultas Keguruan dan Ilmu Pendidikan

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.31000/16154

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This study aims to describe the implementation of nature-based art activities and identify the supporting and inhibiting factors in optimizing the sensorimotor development of early childhood at Tarbiyatul Islamiyah Playgroup. This study employed a qualitative descriptive approach using a case study design. The research participants consisted of 20 playgroup children aged 3–4 years and their classroom teacher. Data were collected through participatory observation, in-depth interviews, and documentation of the children's work. The data were analyzed qualitatively using the interactive model of data reduction, data display, and conclusion drawing. The findings revealed that nature-based art activities, including threading papaya leaf stalks, modeling with clay, and creating collages from seeds, effectively stimulated hand–eye coordination, fine motor strength, sensory sensitivity, concentration, and children's independence. Supporting factors included the availability of natural materials within the school environment, teachers' creativity, children's enthusiasm, and parental support. Meanwhile, the inhibiting factors comprised limited instructional time, differences in children's motor abilities, inadequate facilities, and limited teacher training related to nature-based art activities. The findings confirm that nature-based art activities constitute an innovative and contextual learning strategy that effectively supports the optimization of sensorimotor development in early childhood education.
Menumbuhkan Budaya Literasi melalui Pojok Baca pada Anak Kelompok B di TK Nurul Huda Wringin Kurung Menganti Gresik Nur Imamah; Umi Masturoh; Naning Yuliani
Inovasi Pendidikan dan Anak Usia Dini Vol. 3 No. 3 (2026): Juli: Inovasi Pendidikan dan Anak Usia Dini
Publisher : Asosiasi Riset Ilmu Pendidikan Indonesia

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.61132/inpaud.v3i3.1233

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Literacy culture is an essential aspect that should be introduced from an early age to support children’s language, cognitive, and social development. However, young children’s reading interest remains low, requiring engaging and developmentally appropriate efforts. This study aims to describe the development of literacy culture through a reading corner and identify its supporting and inhibiting factors among Group B children at TK Nurul Huda Wringin Kurung Menganti Gresik. This research employs a qualitative descriptive approach. The subjects include the principal and Group B teachers. Data were collected through observation, interviews, and documentation, and analyzed using Miles and Huberman’s model: data condensation, data display, and conclusion drawing. Data validity was ensured through source and technique triangulation. The findings indicate that literacy culture is fostered through engaging activities such as shared reading, storytelling, introducing images and symbols, and allowing children to choose books independently. These activities are implemented consistently, increasing children’s interest in visiting the reading corner, their enthusiasm for books, participation in literacy activities, and their ability to recognize symbols and images. Supporting factors include teacher creativity, children’s enthusiasm, school support, availability of reading materials, and consistency of implementation. Inhibiting factors include differences in children’s interests and abilities, low concentration among some children, and limited number and variety of books.