Journal of Educational Sciences
Vol. 10 No. 7 (2026): Journal of Educational Sciences

Improving Children’s Fine Motor Skills Through the Mosaic Technique in Group B at Pedang Emas Rambatan Kulon, Indramayu

Shinta Puspita Pertiwi (Early Childhood Teacher Education, Faculty of Teacher Training and Education, Universitas Muhammadiyah Cirebon, Cirebon 45611, Indonesia)
Irfan Fauzi Rachmat (Early Childhood Teacher Education, Faculty of Teacher Training and Education, Universitas Muhammadiyah Cirebon, Cirebon 45611, Indonesia)
M. Arif Syarif H (Early Childhood Teacher Education, Faculty of Teacher Training and Education, Universitas Muhammadiyah Cirebon, Cirebon 45611, Indonesia)



Article Info

Publish Date
25 Jul 2026

Abstract

Fine motor skill development is an important aspect of early childhood education because it supports children’s readiness for learning activities such as writing, drawing, cutting, and pasting. Initial observations in Group B at TK Pedang Emas Rambatan Kulon, Indramayu, showed that several children still experienced difficulties coordinating hand movements, sticking materials neatly, and maintaining concentration during learning. This study aimed to examine the implementation of the mosaic technique and its contribution to improving children’s fine motor skills. The research employed Classroom Action Research (CAR) using the Kemmis and McTaggart model, comprising planning, action, observation, and reflection stages carried out over two cycles with 17 children aged 5–6 years. Data were collected through observation, documentation, and field notes, then analyzed using qualitative and quantitative approaches. The findings showed a gradual improvement in children’s fine motor development after the mosaic activities were implemented, marked by better hand-eye coordination, finger flexibility, concentration, and task accuracy, along with a more engaging and enjoyable learning atmosphere. The mosaic technique can therefore be considered an effective alternative learning activity for supporting fine motor development in early childhood.

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Journal Info

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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: ...