Developing Spatial Skills in Children in Early Education Using Guided Painting Techniques

Alexandra Cecilia Astudillo Cobos, Pamela Stephania Ramos Ramos, Jenny Adriana Monge Doicela, Evelyn Carolina Cruz Morales, Lorena Elizabeth Loján Heredia and Enma Virginia Unaucho Bonilla

Gamification and Augmented Reality, 2025, vol. 3, 89

Abstract: This study addresses the insufficiency in spatial awareness development in children aged 4 to 5, identified through a diagnostic assessment conducted in an educational institution. The objective of this research was to implement a pedagogical program based on painting techniques aimed at improving children's ability to visually organize objects, adjust proportions, and understand spatial relationships. A mixed methodology was used, combining guided practical activities and qualitative analysis of children's skill progression. The main results show a significant improvement in organizing visual elements, adjusting proportions, and enhanced manual dexterity in handling artistic tools. Repetition-based activities and model observation effectively bridged the gap between theory and practice, confirming the importance of guided practice in learning spatial skills. This program is a valuable tool for cognitive development in early childhood, supported by theories such as Vygotsky’s and Piaget’s, which emphasize the role of active interaction with the environment for cognitive growth.

Date: 2025
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DOI: 10.56294/gr202589

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