B.Purwa

In the world of developmental psychology, practical application often illuminates theory in the most vibrant ways—sometimes quite literally. I conducted a small yet insightful activity with two children of different cognitive stages: one in the preoperational stage and the other in the concrete operational stage, as identified in Jean Piaget’s stages of cognitive development. The purpose? To foster a sense of continuous improvement and nurture fine motor skills using a simple, creative task—colouring.   This 10-day experiment wasn’t just about crayons and drawings. It was rooted in B.F. Skinner’s theory of operant conditioning, where behavior is shaped by reinforcement. With a deliberate blend of structured guidance and autonomy, I aimed to gently steer the children toward developing a consistent habit of neat, thoughtful coloring, while subtly reinforcing desired behavior patterns through positive affirmation and observational learning. Objective Behind the Colors- ...

Children love surprises. Add colors, creativity, and a touch of science—and the joy multiplies! I had the pleasure of conducting a hands-on, playful, and learning-rich activity with a bunch of bright and curious little minds. The activity was as vibrant as it was insightful: coloring fish with bindis, attaching magnets, and exploring a magic! This activity wasn’t just about play—it was carefully designed to develop important skills in children aged between pre-operational (3-7 years) and concrete operational (7-11 years) developmental stages. Drawing from Howard Gardner’s Theory of Multiple Intelligences , especially Science (Naturalistic) and Physics aspects, the session aimed to nurture teamwork, motor coordination, patience, and scientific curiosity —all through creativity and fun. The Idea behind the Activity The inspiration behind this activity came from a desire to combine art and science in a child-friendly way. I wanted to design something that: 1.  ...

 Children are naturally curious beings. Their hands itch to build, shape, and transform the world around them. As a student learning about children in the concrete operational stage of development (ages 7 to 11), I’ve learned that experience-based learning is one of the most powerful tools to deepen their understanding. Recently, I conducted a small but enriching activity with four children from this age group. The objective? To take flat, everyday 2D shapes —a square, a triangle, a rectangle—and help children discover how these shapes transform into 3D objects like cubes, cuboids, pyramids, cones, and prisms. It wasn’t just about drawing or crafting. This activity was built upon solid ground—drawing inspiration from Howard Gardner’s theory of multiple intelligences , particularly visual-spatial intelligence and logical-mathematical intelligence . Through this carefully planned experience, I wanted to help children see , feel , and understand how dimensions come to life. ...

 On a sunny afternoon, I conducted a special activity with 9 children aged between 7 to 11 years—an age group known in developmental psychology as the concrete operational stage , based on Jean Piaget’s theory of cognitive development. At this stage, children begin to develop logical thinking, understand concrete events more clearly, and show signs of abstract thought. It’s a fascinating period where imagination meets logic, and that’s exactly what we explored through this creative activity. The task was simple in design, yet rich in potential: I handed each child an incomplete image —a partial drawing with just a few lines or shapes—and asked them to complete it in their own unique way . This wasn’t just about drawing; it was about diving deep into their imagination, visual thinking, and problem-solving . Theoretical Backbone of the Activity This activity was rooted in two well-known educational theories: Jean Piaget’s Concrete Operational Stage : Children at this stage beg...

Children learn best through play, creativity, and hands-on experiences. When education is blended with curiosity and imagination, it becomes an unforgettable experience. Recently, I had the joy of conducting an activity with seven children aged between 3 to 6 years, who are in the pre-operational stage of development according to Jean Piaget . The goal of the activity was to introduce concepts of fine motor skills, observation, moral values, and early language development in a playful and engaging manner. The activity revolved around a simple yet beautiful task: creating tulip flowers using origami and forming a collective garden on chart paper. Though it may sound like just a craft activity, it was actually rooted in powerful educational theories— Albert Bandura’s Observational Learning and the Dynamic Systems Theory of Fine Motor Development . Let me take you through this memorable journey of how simple folds of paper opened up a world of learning. Objectives of the Activ...