Journal Ashil: Jurnal Pendidikan Anak Usia Dini
Vol. 5 No. 2 (2025): Journal Ashil: Jurnal Pendidikan Anak Usia Dini

Analysis of The Use Of Ethnobotany-Based Storybooks to Improve Science Literacy in Alpha Generation Children

Syarifah Halifah (Institut Agama Islam Negeri Parepare)
Novia Anugrah (Institut Agama Islam Negeri Parepare)
Afifa Tiariyanti (Asia Pacific University of Technology and Innovation)



Article Info

Publish Date
31 Oct 2025

Abstract

This study aims to analyze the use of ethnobotanical storybooks as a learning medium in introducing science literacy to early childhood in Enrekang Regency, with a focus on presenting the local plant Pulu Mandoti, which is part of the local wisdom in the Alla Subdistrict Village. The approach was descriptive qualitative, with data collection techniques in questionnaires and interviews with 14 respondents from early childhood education environments in Enrekang Regency. The results showed that 90% of respondents considered the introduction of local wisdom important, especially in planting and caring for Pulu Mandoti plants. Regarding media format, 42% of teachers chose short animated videos, while 50% preferred printed picture storybooks as the most effective medium. Based on these results, this study recommends using ethnobotany-based storybooks in the PAUD curriculum to improve science literacy and introduce local cultural values. Combining picture books and short animations is expected to enrich children's learning experiences, enhance their understanding of science, and foster an appreciation for cultural and natural wealth.

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Journal Info

Abbrev

piaud

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Subject

Education Other

Description

Journal Ashil: Jurnal Pendidikan Anak Usia Dini Receive the results of research in various fields related to early childhood education including cognitive development, moral and religious value development, social emotional development, physical motor development, language development, art and ...