Pengaruh Media Pembelajaran Magnetic Maze Terhadap Kemampuan Berpikir Simbolik Dan Keterampilan Motorik Halus Anak Usia 5–6 Tahun

This study aimed to determine the effect of Magnetic Maze learning media on the symbolic thinking ability and fine motor skills of children aged 5–6 years at TK Negeri Pembina Campagaya. A quantitative quasi-experimental method with a nonequivalent control group design was used. The sample consisted of 16 children selected through purposive sampling, with 8 children in each group. Data were collected through tests, observations, and documentation. The experimental group received six Magnetic Maze treatments, while the control group used number puzzles. Data were analyzed using descriptive statistics, Shapiro-Wilk, Wilcoxon Signed-Rank, and Mann-Whitney U tests with SPSS 26. The experimental group mean increased from 13.63 to 30.50 for symbolic thinking and from 13.88 to 30.25 for fine motor skills. Wilcoxon significance was 0.012 for both variables, while posttest Mann-Whitney significance was 0.035 and 0.031. Thus, Magnetic Maze had a significant effect on both abilities.