ABSTRACT

This study was carried out to find out the influence of motion and songs on the social skills of children during early childhood years. The research method used, was a quasi-experimental design with paired data t-test analysis. This study was conducted on 16 respondents aged 5-6 years old. The results showed that t value > t table, sig <0.01 and that there was a significant difference between before and after the children participated in playing motion and song activities that were implemented. This study shows that playing motion and song can significantly influence the social skills of children in early childhood. Further research can be carried out by involving other variables that affect social skills along with other motion and song activities.