IMPROVING PRE-WRITING ABILITY IN CHILDREN AGED 4-5 WITH FREE DRAWING USE (Classroom Action Research in Aisyiyah Bustanul Athfal 1 Kindergarten Probolinggo City)

Abstract

This research was conducted to solve problems that have been faced by educators related to improving writing skills in early childhood 4-5 years at the kindergarten level. This research is expected to provide knowledge related to improving pre-writing skills with the habit of drawing done every day. This study used a qualitative approach with classroom action research methods conducted at TK Aisyiyah Bustanul Athfal 1 Probolonggo in group A with a total of 18 students, consisting of 9 male students and 9 female students. Data collection techniques used are tests, observation and documentation. The result is that the habit of drawing regularly can improve the pre-writing abilities of children aged 4-5 years. Because they are used to holding drawing tools, their fine motor skills continue to be stimulated, so it really helps children to hold writing instruments well. There was a regular increase from pre-cycle to cycle II, when the pre-cycle percentage obtained was 56% then increased by 22% in the first cycle to 78%. Furthermore, in cycle II there was an increase again by 19% to 92%.