Improving the Ability to Recognize Geometric Shapes through Realia Media

Sofa Yulianti, Anjar Fitrianingtyas, Jeremy Adrian D. Guiang

Abstract

Recognizing geometric shapes is a child’s ability to point out and name two-dimensional (2D) and three-dimensional (3D) shapes, which plays a crucial role in developing logical and visual-spatial thinking skills. At ages 5–6, children begin to be able to identify, classify, and distinguish shapes, sizes, and colors through real objects or realia. This study aims to improve the ability to recognize geometric shapes through realia. The method used was Classroom Action Research (CAR) over two cycles with 19 children in Group B as subjects. Data collection techniques included observation, performance and oral tests, interviews, and documentation, with data analysis using percentages and the Miles and Huberman model. The results of the study indicate that, overall, nearly all children achieved mastery, although two children still required further support. The children’s proficiency increased from 26.3% in the pre-intervention phase to 89.5% in the second cycle. It can therefore be concluded that the use of realia is effective in improving the ability to recognize geometric shapes in children aged 5–6 years, it is therefore important to implement this as a concrete, interactive learning strategy that is appropriate to the developmental characteristics of young children.

Keywords

geometric shapes; realia media; early childhood

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DOI: https://doi.org/10.20961/kc.v14i3.116381

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