Journal of Educational Sciences
Vol. 10 No. 1 (2026): Journal of Educational Sciences

The Effect of the Traditional Hide-and-Seek Game on the Gross Motor Development of Children Aged 5–6 Years at TK Negeri Perjuangan Tanjung Angin Nupabomba Donggala Regency

Purwaningsih, Dwi (Unknown)
Durrotunnisa, Durrotunnisa (Unknown)
Armina, Armina (Unknown)
Agusniatih, Andi (Unknown)



Article Info

Publish Date
05 Jan 2026

Abstract

Child motor development plays a critical role in supporting overall developmental aspects. Physical movement limitations can significantly diminish self-confidence and foster a negative self-concept in early childhood. This study investigates the impact of the traditional hide-and-seek game on gross motor development at TK Negeri Perjuangan Tanjung Angin Nupabomba. Utilizing a quantitative approach, the research observed three specific indicators: running strength, running speed, and agility. The findings demonstrate that the traditional hide-and-seek game positively influences gross motor skills. Pre-intervention data revealed low proficiency: for running strength, 0% reached Developed Extremely Well (BSB), 25% Developed as Expected (BSH), 50% Starting to Develop (MB), and 25% Undeveloped (BB). Similar trends were observed in speed (25% BSH, 50% MB, 25% BB) and agility (12.5% BSH, 50% MB, 37.5% BB). Following the intervention, significant improvements were recorded. Running strength improved to 25% BSB and 0% BB; speed reached 12.5% BSB and 62.5% BSH; and agility increased to 12.5% BSB and 50% BSH, with 0% remaining in the BB category across all aspects. This study concludes that hide-and-seek is an effective method to enhance physical strength, speed, and agility, making it a recommended instructional strategy for early childhood physical education.

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JES

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Religion Humanities Education Library & Information Science Other

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JES publishes original articles on the latest issues and trends occurring regionally and internationally in the educational sciences with the aim to advance our knowledge both in term of theory and practice. Moreover, this journal also covers the issues concerned with the following special sections: ...