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Factors Influencing Motor Skill Development in Preschool

M.R.M.A. Jayasinghe(1), S. Joniton(2), S. Sabaanath(3),


(1) Sabaragamuwa University of Sri Lanka
(2) Sabaragamuwa University of Sri Lanka
(3) University of Jaffna
Corresponding Author

Abstract


This study aimed to review and synthesize literature on factors influencing motor skill development in preschool children. Research articles, books, and reports were examined to identify recurring determinants of locomotor and object control skills. The review found that biological attributes such as growth and maturation, gender-specific tendencies, environmental conditions, pedagogical approaches, and cultural expectations all played significant roles in shaping motor competence. These findings occurred because motor skills do not develop solely through maturation but require structured opportunities, supportive environments, and inclusive educational practices. Evidence across contexts demonstrated that preschool programs emphasizing only locomotor activities risk neglecting object control skills, thereby limiting children’s balanced development. By integrating insights from diverse studies, this review contributes a comprehensive understanding of motor development during early childhood. The impact of this synthesis is to inform curriculum design, teacher training, and policy decisions that promote inclusive, balanced, and evidence-based early physical education

Keywords


Gross motor skills; Physical attributes; Physical education; Preschool girls; TGMD-2

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