Meningkatkan Kemampuan Bahasa Reseptif Pada Anak Usia Dini melalui Permainan Media Boneka Tangan

Abstract

Language development in early childhood refers to the ability to listen, acquire vocabulary, communicate, and understand the use of symbols. However, some teachers still struggle to tell stories effectively. Therefore, teachers use hand puppets as engaging tools to enhance children's receptive language skills. This study aimed to examine the development of receptive language skills in children aged 5–6 years through the use of hand puppet media, employing a qualitative descriptive method. The subjects of this study were 10 children, consisting of seven girls and three boys. Data were collected through interviews and observations. Data were analyzed using the Miles and Huberman model, which includes data reduction, data display, and conclusion drawing. The results showed a significant improvement in the children's receptive language skills, with no children remaining in the not-yet-developed category after participating in hand puppet activities. The learning process in Group B revealed that children demonstrated the ability to listen attentively, as seen in their correct responses to teacher questions and their ability to follow instructions, achieving a developing very well assessment.