The Effect of Smart Kiddo Games on Fine and Gross Motor Skills in Early Childhood

Physical fine and gross motor skills are crucial to every child's life. Previous research has highlighted the significance of play-based learning in early childhood development, particularly in enhancing fine and gross motor skills. This study seeks to determine the efficacy of the Smart Kiddo Games series in promoting physical development among young children. It was hypothesized that children who engage with Smart Kiddo Games will exhibit significantly greater improvement in fine and gross motor skills compared to those who do not. A quasi-experimental design was employed to compare children who participated in the game-based intervention with a control group. The sample consisted of 115 kindergarten children aged 4-5 years from three institutions in Tasikmalaya City. Data was collected by observing and documenting the children's physical abilities before and after participating in the Smart Kiddo Games. The results of the study confirmed the hypothesis that the Smart Kiddo Games series positively impacted the physical development of young children. The children who engaged with Smart Kiddo Games demonstrated significant improvements in both fine and gross motor skills compared to the control group. This suggests that incorporating these game-based learning into early childhood education can be a valuable strategy for fostering physical development and overall well-being in young children.