Jurnal Penelitian Pendidikan IPA (JPPIPA)
Vol 11 No 2 (2025): February

A Systematic Review of Scientific Literacy in Early Childhood Science Learning: Approaches, Methods, and Media

Rizqy Aisyah Leonia (Universitas Negeri Yogyakarta)
Nelva Rolina (Universitas Negeri Yogyakarta)
Eni Suyantri (Universitas Mataram)



Article Info

Publish Date
28 Feb 2025

Abstract

Building scientific literacy from an early age is essential for developing critical thinking skills, problem-solving abilities, and a basic understanding of scientific concepts. This article presents a systematic review of science learning strategies for young children, highlighting effective approaches, methods, and media. The study analyzes literature from various scholarly sources within a specific timeframe. The findings indicate that inquiry-based approaches, such as water and ice experiments to understand phase changes, as well as play-based and environmental exploration approaches, such as observing insects in a garden, are effective in enhancing young children's scientific literacy. Simple experimental methods, such as creating a volcanic eruption using baking soda and vinegar, and STEM-based projects help children grasp scientific concepts concretely. Learning media, including natural teaching aids (leaves and rocks for classification), interactive digital applications, and augmented reality-based educational games, have been proven to increase children's engagement. The implications of this study emphasize the importance of integrating hands-on experiences and technology in early childhood science education to create enjoyable and meaningful learning experiences. This article serves as a reference for educators and researchers in designing innovative and effective science learning strategies

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Journal Info

Abbrev

jppipa

Publisher

Subject

Agriculture, Biological Sciences & Forestry Biochemistry, Genetics & Molecular Biology Chemical Engineering, Chemistry & Bioengineering Chemistry Education Materials Science & Nanotechnology Physics

Description

Science Educational Research Journal is international open access, published by Science Master Program of Science Education Graduate Program University of Mataram, contains scientific articles both in the form of research results and literature review that includes science, technology and teaching ...