A 2026 study by Ana Orab, Fatria, and Karmila P. Lamadang
from Universitas Muhammadiyah Luwuk finds that “number tree” learning media
significantly improves number recognition skills among young children at TK
Negeri Ponding-Ponding. The findings highlight the importance of early numeracy
as a critical foundation for later mathematical learning.
Difficulties in recognizing numbers remain a common
challenge in early childhood education. Many children struggle to connect
number symbols with actual quantities, especially when learning relies on
conventional and less engaging methods. This gap underscores the need for more
interactive and concrete learning tools tailored to young learners.
The research involved 20 children in Group B using a
participatory approach, where both teachers and students actively engaged in
the learning process. The “number tree” media—designed as a three-dimensional
tree with number cards and object images—allowed children to learn through play
by hanging, matching, and arranging numbers according to quantities.
The results show clear improvements in children’s abilities,
including:
- Increased fluency in counting numbers from 1 to 20
- Greater accuracy in matching number symbols with corresponding quantities
- Deeper conceptual understanding of numbers beyond memorization
Beyond cognitive gains, the study also reports broader
developmental benefits. Children became more active, confident, and
enthusiastic during lessons. Hands-on activities such as attaching and
arranging number cards helped enhance fine motor skills and hand-eye
coordination. The classroom environment also became more interactive and
collaborative.
Ana Orab from Universitas Muhammadiyah Luwuk explains that
concrete learning media like the number tree help children grasp abstract
concepts more effectively. She notes that children not only see numbers but
also manipulate and match them with real objects, leading to deeper
understanding.
From a practical perspective, the number tree is simple and
low-cost, made from easily accessible materials. This makes it a feasible
solution for educators in various settings, including those with limited
resources.
The study reinforces the role of innovative teaching media
in improving early childhood education quality. The number tree approach not
only enhances numeracy skills but also supports children’s social, emotional,
and motor development.
Author Profile
- Ana Orab -Universitas Muhammadiyah Luwuk
- Fatria - Universitas Muhammadiyah Luwuk
- Karmila P. Lamadang - Universitas Muhammadiyah Luwuk
Source
Orab, A., Fatria, & Lamadang, K. P. (2026). Strategy for Using Number
Tree Media to Improve Number Recognition Skills in Early Childhood. Jurnal
Pengabdian Masyarakat Bestari (JPMB), Vol. 5 No. 3, 177–184.
URL: https://doi.org/10.55927/jpmb.v5i3.1
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