Skripsi
PENINGKATAN KEMAMPUAN BERCERITA ANAK KELOMPOK B TK EMPAT PUTRI BANYUASIN MELALUI MEDIA BONEKA TANGAN
This study aims to improve the storytelling ability of Group B children at Empat Putri Banyuasin Kindergarten through the use of hand puppets as learning media. The background of this study is the low storytelling ability of children, including limited vocabulary, difficulty in constructing simple sentences, and lack of self-confidence in speaking activities. This study used Classroom Action Research conducted in two cycles, each consisting of planning, implementation, observation, and reflection stages. The subjects of this study were 16 children. Data collection techniques included observation, interviews, and documentation. The results showed a gradual improvement from 44% in the pre-cycle to 69% in Cycle I and increased significantly to nearly 99% in Cycle II. Therefore, hand puppets are effective in improving children’s storytelling ability, motivation. Keywords: storytelling ability, early childhood, hand puppets, classroom action research