"Saltarín para el desarrollo de la motricidad gruesa en los niños de 12 a 36 meses del CDI San Antonio de Chaka Rumi"

Abstract

The present research project focused on "The Jumping Horse for the Development of Gross Motor Skills in Children Aged 12 to 36 Months at the San Antonio de Chaka Rumi Child Development Center". The goal was to strengthen motor development through the use of a fun and functional resource. Three specific objectives were set: to analyze the importance of the jumping horse as a teaching tool, to evaluate gross motor development using achievement indicators, and to implement the jumping horse as an educational strategy at the CDI. The methodology used was descriptive, with a qualitative and quantitative approach. The instrument used was a child development indicator sheet, administered to 36 children, divided into three age groups. Among the main indicators evaluated were: walking more confidently in different directions, climbing and descending stairs with support and grasping, throwing, rolling, and putting in and taking out objects. The results showed that a significant portion of the children are in the process of developing or have not yet achieved the motor skills expected for their age, highlighting the need to reinforce physical stimulation with appropriate resources. The conclusions highlighted the effectiveness of the pogo stick as a means of strengthening balance, coordination, and postural control. It was recommended that the use of the pogo stick be included in curriculum planning, that differentiated activities be implemented based on achievement indicators, and that the experience be replicated in other educational centers to contribute to comprehensive child development from an early age.