Child Education Journal

The effectiveness of the traditional Tapo' Pipit game in stimulating aspects of child development

2025-11-26T11:22:18+00:00

This research was motivated by the rapid development of technology which makes children more attracted to digital games. Moreover, change of life style and modern parenting cause children spend more time only at home and have less opportunity to interact to traditional games. This research was aimed to measure and analyze the effectiveness of Tapo’ Pipit traditional game in stimulating aspect of early age children development. This research used a quantitative descriptive approach with a one-group pretest-posttest design. Research subject was 22 children of Primanda Kindergarten, Pontianak. The intervention was conducted for 6 meetings with a duration of 60 minutes. The data collection technique used observation on children. Analysis descriptive was used as data analysis, and hypothesis was tested by using pair t-test. The result of this research shows that Tapo’ Pipit Traditional Game can stimulate aspect of chilren development. The contribution of this research was Tapo’ Pipit traditional game is an learning model that is interested to be introduced early age children.

Learning strategies for gifted students in primary schools: A systematic review

2025-11-26T11:22:16+00:00

This study aims to identify, map, and analyze various learning strategies for gifted and talented students in primary schools based on recent scientific literature. The method used is a Systematic Literature Review (SLR) conducted following the PRISMA 2020 framework. The sample comprised 28 scientific articles published between 2020 and 2024, retrieved from SCOPUS, Web of Science, ProQuest, Garuda, and SINTA databases. Data were collected using an extraction sheet containing variables such as title, author, year, country, method, sample, and findings related to learning strategies for gifted students. The data were analyzed descriptively and thematically to identify patterns, trends, implementation constraints, and implications associated with various learning strategies. The results reveal that differentiated instruction, digital technology integration, and project based constructivist approaches can optimize the development of gifted students, although their implementation in primary schools is still limited due to insufficient teacher training, technological constraints, and the absence of adequate implementation guidelines. The novelty of this study lies in its comprehensive synthesis that explicitly compares previous reviews and highlights the unique contribution of this work in linking instructional strategies with policy implications and teacher professional development. Furthermore, this study provides practical implications for teachers, curriculum developers, and policymakers by offering evidence based recommendations to enhance instructional practices. In conclusion, an adaptive learning approach based on the needs of gifted students requires teacher training, curriculum adjustment, and strengthened technological infrastructure to ensure effective and sustainable learning practices.

An analysis of green school facility management for children with special needs in inclusive early childhood education

2025-11-26T11:22:14+00:00

This study analyses the management of child friendly facilities and infrastructure in inclusive early childhood education. The research uses a qualitative approach, data were collected through observations of school activities and interviews with principals, teachers, and parents. The purpose of this study is to analyse the management of green school facilities in inclusive early childhood education and to identify the problems and impacts related to their implementation for children with special needs. This study uses a qualitative approach to understand in depth the management of environmentally friendly school facilities for children with special needs in inclusive early childhood education. Collecting data by observation, interview. Data analysis techniques are triangulated data and literature review. The study analyses inclusive facility management requires not only physical adaptation but also an infrastructure, supporting facilities, tools and learning media, tools, Infrastructure management, parent participation management and technology.
Inclusive and eco-friendly early childhood education. Good infrastructure, supportive facilities, engaging learning tools, strong management, active parents, and smart use of technology. Classrooms should be more than just accessible they need to be green, safe, and friendly for every child’s growth. Facilities like quiet rooms, sensory spaces, and adaptive playgrounds are not luxuries but essentials for learning and healing. Teachers also need the right training to use assistive tech and eco-friendly resources effectively, while parents play a key role as partners in shaping schools. Inclusive education offers a fresh framework that supports global goals for quality education and sustainable communities.

Bullying and its impact on social-emotional development in early childhood: A study in Surabaya, Indonesia

2025-11-26T11:22:12+00:00

Bullying in early childhood is a serious issue that negatively affects children’s social and emotional development. At this stage, children may act either as perpetrators or victims, both of which can influence character formation, emotional regulation, the ability to build social relationships, and the development of prosocial behavior. This study aims to examine the relationship between bullying behavior and social-emotional development in early childhood. A quantitative approach with a correlational method was employed. The sample consisted of 398 early childhood students from one early childhood education institution, selected through a total sampling technique. The research instrument used was a Likert-scale questionnaire that had been tested for validity and reliability. Data analysis was conducted using descriptive statistics, Spearman’s correlation test, cross-tabulation, and ordinal logistic regression. The findings indicate that most children fall into the low category of bullying and the moderate-to-high category of social-emotional development. Spearman’s correlation test revealed a significant positive relationship between bullying and social-emotional development (p = 0.001; r = 0.177). Furthermore, ordinal logistic regression analysis showed that social-emotional development significantly affects the level of bullying (p = 0.007; parameter estimate = 2.818). These results suggest that bullying behavior is significantly associated with the social-emotional development of early childhood students.

Flashcard-based physical education: Enhancing students’ physical fitness through visual-motor learning cues

2025-11-07T03:55:12+00:00

Physical education (PE) plays a pivotal role in fostering children's motor skills and physical fitness, especially at the primary school level. However, declining levels of physical activity and student engagement have prompted educators to seek more interactive and effective teaching strategies. This study aimed to examine the effectiveness of flashcard-based instruction in improving the physical fitness of elementary school students during PE lessons. Unlike previous studies that mainly applied flashcards for cognitive learning or basic motor instruction, this study examines their direct impact on physical fitness outcomes. This approach positions flashcards not only as conceptual aids but as visual-motor triggers designed to enhance exercise intensity and movement quality during PE lessons. A quasi-experimental design with a pre-test–post-test control group format was employed. A total of 84 fifth and six-grade students from two public elementary schools in West Java, Indonesia, participated in the study. The experimental group (n=42) received PE instruction integrated with flashcard media, while the control group (n=42) followed conventional PE lessons without media aids. Physical fitness was measured using the Indonesian Student Physical Fitness Test (TKSI) Phase C, comprising five test items. Data were analyzed using paired sample t-tests and independent sample t-tests. Both groups showed significant improvement in post-test scores (p < 0.05). However, the experimental group exhibited a significantly higher gain score (M = 5.12) compared to the control group (M = 2.34), indicating greater effectiveness of flashcard-based instruction. Flashcards enhance student engagement, comprehension, and movement execution in PE lessons. As a practical and low-cost instructional tool, flashcards hold promise for improving physical fitness outcomes among elementary school students, particularly in resource-limited educational settings.

Management practices and challenges of holistic integrative health and nutrition services in early childhood education institutions: A qualitative study in Jember Regency, Indonesia

2025-08-29T09:28:17+00:00

Management is a structured and planned process conducted through several stages to achieve predetermined goals and objectives. Health and nutrition services are defined as efforts provided by schools or health-related organizations to optimize early childhood development. Holistic Integrative (HI) activities are government-initiated programs designed to stimulate key aspects of early childhood development through collaboration with schools, parents, and relevant institutions or agencies. Holistic integrated health and nutrition service management consists of planning, organizing, implementing, and supervising the HI process. This research was conducted in Kaliwates District, Jember Regency, specifically at Rukun Harapan Kindergarten and PGRI Kebon Agung Kindergarten, utilizing a descriptive qualitative method. The data collection process involved interviews, observation, and documentation. This study aims to analyze and elucidate holistic integrative health and nutrition service management practices suitable for kindergarten institutions. Furthermore, the findings may help the local government make informed policy decisions and provide foundational considerations for the development of holistic integrative health and nutrition service management concepts. The results demonstrate that both institutions engage in planning for health and nutrition services, including scheduling, operational budgeting, allocation of human resources, provision of supporting resources, and organizational management related to the division of health and nutrition service tasks. Additionally, the study identifies aspects of implementation and supervision management, as well as obstacles encountered in delivering holistic health and nutrition services in both institutions. In conclusion, several aspects can be optimized since they are not in line with the rules set by the government regarding early childhood education (PAUD) in kindergarten.