The Role of the Teacher in Developing the Numeration Skills of Children Aged 4-5 Years Through Loose Part Media in Kindergarten Mother's Love

Abstract

Numeracy ability is an important aspect in a child's development that influences future mathematical abilities. It is important to stimulate early childhood numeracy skills to develop children's knowledge and skills and interpret numbers and number operations. This research aims to explore the role of teachers in developing children's numeracy skills through the use of loose part media as an innovative learning method. Loose parts are simple materials that can be used creatively to improve children's understanding of mathematical concepts. Teachers have a role in creating a learning environment that supports the development of children's numeracy abilities. This method uses descriptive qualitative research methods. The research was carried out at the Cinta Ibu Pasawahan Kindergarten on May 21 2024. The subjects of this research were teachers and children from group A. This research used a qualitative approach to gain in-depth insight into how the role of teachers can develop children's numeracy skills through loose parts. Data collection techniques through observation, interviews and documentation. The results of the research show that the role of teachers provides real evidence in developing early childhood numeracy skills. Teachers have introduced various types of numeration to children, namely by introducing number symbols, knowing the concept of numbers and the ability to number 1-10 using lose part media from rocks or grains so that children are skilled at effective and enjoyable learning.