Abstrak: Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mendeskripsikan implementasi Teori Montessori dalam mengembangkan kemampuan sensorik motorik anak usia 5–6 tahun di TK Islam Al-Azhar 35 Surabaya. Penelitian ini menggunakan pendekatan kualitatif dengan jenis studi kasus. Data diperoleh melalui observasi, wawancara, dan dokumentasi, kemudian dianalisis menggunakan teknik reduksi data, penyajian data, dan penarikan kesimpulan dengan uji keabsahan melalui triangulasi. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan bahwa implementasi Teori Montessori dilaksanakan melalui tahap perencanaan, pelaksanaan, dan evaluasi pembelajaran. Guru berperan sebagai fasilitator dengan menyiapkan lingkungan belajar, media Montessori, serta memberikan kesempatan kepada anak untuk belajar secara mandiri melalui kegiatan practical life, sensorial, motorik halus, dan motorik kasar. Penerapan Teori Montessori mampu meningkatkan koordinasi, keseimbangan, konsentrasi, dan kemandirian anak dalam berbagai aktivitas pembelajaran, meskipun masih terdapat kendala berupa keterbatasan waktu pembelajaran, rasio guru dan anak, serta perbedaan perkembangan setiap anak. Dengan demikian, Teori Montessori memberikan kontribusi positif dalam mengembangkan kemampuan sensorik motorik anak usia dini.


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This study aimed to describe the implementation of the Montessori Theory in developing the sensorimotor skills of children aged 5–6 years at TK Islam Al-Azhar 35 Surabaya. This study employed a qualitative approach with a case study design. The data were collected through observations, interviews, and documentation, and were analyzed using data reduction, data display, and conclusion drawing, while data validity was ensured through source, technique, and time triangulation. The findings revealed that the implementation of the Montessori Theory was carried out through three stages: planning, implementation, and evaluation. Teachers acted facilitators by preparing the learning environment, providing Montessori learning materials, and encouraging children to learn independently through practical life, sensorial, fine motor, and gross motor activities. The implementation of the Montessori Theory improved children's coordination, balance, concentration, and independence in various learning activities. However, several challenges were identified, including limited learning time, an unbalanced teacher-child ratio, and differences in children's developmental levels. Therefore, the Montessori Theory made a positive contribution to the development of early childhood sensorimotor skills.

• Implementasi Teori Montessori Dalam Mengambangkan Kemampuan Sensorik Motorik Anak Usia 5-6 Tahun Di TK Islam Al-Azhar 35 Surabaya