The influence of grit on the social and emotional development of children aged 5-6 at the Iwing Family Preschool
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Grit, Social EmotionalAbstract
This study aimed to examine the influence of grit on the social-emotional development of children aged 5–6 years at PAUD Iwing Family. A quantitative approach with Pearson correlation analysis was applied to 21 children as participants. Data were collected through structured observations and validated questionnaires. The results showed that 19 children (69.0%) had a high level of grit, 2 children (31.0%) were categorized as moderate, and none were classified as low. The Pearson correlation test revealed a significant positive relationship (p < 0.05) between grit and social-emotional development, indicating that higher grit is associated with better social-emotional outcomes. These findings underscore the importance of grit as a key factor in children’s achievement motivation and emotional well-being. Therefore, fostering resilience and perseverance from an early age should be prioritized in early childhood education.
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