Development of the Bolinum Game to Enhance Literacy and Social Skills in 4-5 Year Old Children
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https://doi.org/10.17977/um005v10i12026p83-95Keywords:
bolinum, literacy, social skills, game-based learning, early childhood education, inclusionAbstract
This study aims to develop and evaluate the effectiveness of the Bolinum game in enhancing literacy and social skills in children aged 4-5 years at TK IT Almawaddah. The game is designed to integrate basic literacy learning (letter and number recognition) with social skill development (such as sharing, taking turns, and cooperation) in an interactive and enjoyable manner. The research utilizes a mixed-method approach, combining pre- and post-tests, observational assessments, and feedback from educators and children. The findings indicate that the Bolinum game significantly improved both literacy skills and social behaviors in the children, with literacy scores increasing from 60% to 85% and social skills from 58% to 80%. The game was also validated by experts, achieving a high validation score of 88%. Positive responses from both children and teachers suggest that the game successfully engaged students and facilitated active participation in learning activities. The study highlights the potential of game-based learning in early childhood education, providing an innovative, cost-effective, and engaging way to promote cognitive and social-emotional development in young children. Future research could focus on long-term impacts and broader implementation in different educational settings.
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