The Introduction Of Chess As A Strategy To Enhance Memory Skills In Children Aged 5–6 Years
Keywords:
Chess Game, Memory Skills, Children Aged 5-6 Years
Abstract
This research was motivated by the phenomenon of children increasingly engaging in gadgets and screen-based activities, which may negatively impact their development in the future. Therefore, this study focuses on introducing chess as an effort to improve memory skills in early childhood. The aim of this research is to explore how the introduction of chess to young children can enhance their memory abilities. This study employed Classroom Action Research (CAR) conducted in two cycles, involving children aged 5–6 years as the subjects. Data collection techniques included observation, tests, interviews, and documentation, which were analyzed using a qualitative approach through data reduction, data presentation, and conclusion drawing. The results showed that children's memory abilities improved by 80.16%, categorized as Very Well Developed (BSB). These findings indicate that introducing chess is effective for use in early childhood education. The results are recommended as a reference for teachers, schools, and future researchers in developing strategies to support cognitive development in early childhood.
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Dyramoti, M., & Wahyuningsih, R. (2022). Pengaruh Aktivitas Bernyanyi Terhadap Daya Ingat, Motivasi Belajar, dan Kreativitas Anak di TK Methodist Jakarta Utara. Jurnal Paud Agapedia, 6(2), 197–208. https://doi.org/10.17509/jpa.v6i2.52012
Edita A. M. Pinangkaan, Ricky Alfredo Silaban, M. R. (2023). Ojs+Ebook+Teori+Bermain.
KARAKUŞ, G. (2023). Chess and Education. Educational Considerations, 49(2). https://doi.org/10.4148/0146-9282.2365
Kartika Sari, A., & Mia Aulina Lubis. (2023). Pelatihan Meningkatkan Daya Ingat Anak Pinggir Sungai Deli Melalui Pengembangan Minat dan Bakat. ABDISOSHUM: Jurnal Pengabdian Masyarakat Bidang Sosial Dan Humaniora, 2(1), 98–105. https://doi.org/10.55123/abdisoshum.v2i1.1526
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Pertiwi, D. A., Fitroh, S. F., & Mayangsari, D. (2018). Pengaruh Permainan Tradisional Engklek Terhadap Perkembangan Kognitif Anak Usia 5-6 Tahun. Jurnal PG-PAUD Trunojoyo : Jurnal Pendidikan Dan Pembelajaran Anak Usia Dini, 5(2), 86–100. https://doi.org/10.21107/pgpaudtrunojoyo.v5i2.4883
Pratiwi, A. F. (2017). Peningkatan Daya Ingat Anak Usia Dini Melalui Media Mind Mapping Pada Kelompok B Di Tk Islam Al-Muttaqin Kota Jambi. Program Studi PG-PAUD Universitas Negeri Jambi, 1–12.
Sakeer, A., & Selliah, J. (2022). Impact of Playing Chess on Cognitive Skills in Schools Under Chess Association of Ampara District, Sri Lanka. European Journal of Physical Education and Sport Science, 9(1), 44–60. https://doi.org/10.46827/ejpe.v9i1.4479
Sandi, A., & Neviyarni, N. (2021). Ingatan II : Pengorganisasian,Lupa dan Model-Model Ingatan. Edukatif : Jurnal Ilmu Pendidikan, 3(1), 115–123. https://doi.org/10.31004/edukatif.v3i1.191
Sumini, N. K., & Andari, I. A. M. Y. (2023). Gerakan Literasi Pada Anak Usia Dini Melalui Outdoor Learning Activity. Kumarottama: Jurnal Pendidikan Anak Usia Dini, 3(1). https://doi.org/10.53977/kumarottama.v3i1.925
Umam, A. Kh., Aneka, R. R., & Cahyo, E. D. (2021). Pengembangan Kognitif Anak Usia Dini Berbasis Kajian Teoretis dan Studi Empiris. 1–113.
Utami, Fitria Budi; Kasih, Delina; Utama, W. W. I. (2022). Bermain dan Permainan Anak Usia Dini (Supriyadi, Ed.). Penerbit NEM.
Wiguna, I. B. A. A., & Sunariyadi, N. S. (2021). Peran orang tua dalam penumbuhkembangan pendidikan karakter anak usia dini. WIDYALAYA: Jurnal Ilmu Pendidikan, 1(3), 328–341.
Wiguna, I., & Ekaningtyas, N. L. D. (2021). Strategi orang tua dalam mendampingi anak usia dini belajar daring di rumah. Pratama Widya: Jurnal Pendidikan Anak Usia Dini, 6(1), 86–95.
Wulandari, N. P., & Andari, I. A. M. Y. (2025). Problematika Guru Dalam Mengevaluasi Pembelajaran Seni Budaya Di Sekolah Menengah Pertama Negeri Di Kota Mataram. Widya Sundaram: Jurnal Pendidikan Seni Dan Budaya, 3(1), 25–34.
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2025-09-22
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Dewi, S., Fitriani, Y., & Arzaqi, R. N. (2025). The Introduction Of Chess As A Strategy To Enhance Memory Skills In Children Aged 5–6 Years. Kumarottama: Jurnal Pendidikan Anak Usia Dini, 5(1), 74-83. https://doi.org/https://doi.org/10.53977/kumarottama.v5i1.2735
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