Pengaruh perkembangan motorik halus dan komunikasi melalui bermain squishy pada anak Muthia Zahra (23022019) Pendidikan Guru Pendidikan Anak Usia Dini,Fakultas Ilmu Pendidikan, Universitas Negeri Padang muthiazahraa6@gmail.com abstract This article discusses the development of fine motor skills through playing with squishy toys in children. The background of the study highlights the importance of optimal stimulation during the golden age of early childhood development. The benefits of playing with squishy toys include improving sensory abilities, language and social skills, reducing negative emotions, and enhancing hand-eye coordination. However, adult supervision is necessary to ensure the safety of children while playing with squishy toys. The research aims to explore the role of squishy toys in developing fine motor skills in children. The findings of this study can be useful for educators and parents in selecting appropriate toys and activities to promote the development of fine motor skills in children. Keywords : development, fine motor skills, squishy toys, children, sensory abilities, language, social skills, hand-eye coordination, adult supervision, educators, parents. Abstrak Artikel ini membahas tentang pengembangan keterampilan motorik halus melalui bermain squishy pada anak. Latar belakang penelitian menyoroti pentingnya stimulasi optimal selama masa keemasan perkembangan anak usia dini. Manfaat bermain squishy termasuk meningkatkan kemampuan sensorik, keterampilan bahasa dan sosial, mengurangi emosi negatif, dan meningkatkan koordinasi tangan dan mata. Namun, pengawasan orang dewasa diperlukan untuk memastikan keselamatan anak saat bermain squishy. Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mengeksplorasi peran squishy dalam mengembangkan keterampilan motorik halus pada anak. Temuan dari penelitian ini dapat berguna bagi pendidik dan orang tua