The Effectiveness of Children's Theater in Developing the Child's Personal Skills

Abstract

This research investigates the effectiveness of children’s theater in developing personal skills among primary school children. Using an experimental methodology, the study focused on a sample of 15 students aged 7–9 years. The researchers employed a multi-tool approach for data collection, including a cognitive objectives list, a behavioral skills list, an observation card, and a pre/post-achievement test to measure growth across several dimensions: self-confidence, effective elocution, teamwork, cultural awareness, linguistic fluency, and social communication.

Statistical analysis of the results revealed significant improvements in the experimental group’s performance. High success rates were recorded in areas such as information acquisition (95%), creative thinking/title innovation (83.25%), and verbal expression of ideas (100%). Furthermore, the comparison between pre-test and post-test scores showed statistically significant differences, confirming that theatrical engagement serves as a potent educational and developmental catalyst. The study concludes that children's theater is not merely an artistic activity but a vital instructional strategy for enhancing the psychological, social, and cognitive outcomes of children in their early developmental stages.