Journal of Innovation and Research in Primary Education
Vol. 5 No. 1 (2026)

Trends in Pop-Up Book Media Development for Elementary Science Education: A Systematic Review (2020-2025)

Ari Ferdianto (Pendidikan Dasar Sekolah Pascasarjana Universitas Negeri Semarang)
Nuni Widiarti (Prodi Pendidikan Kimia Fakultas Matematika dan IPA Universitas Negeri Semarang Indonesia)
Bambang Subali (Prodi Pendidikan Fisika Fakultas Matematika dan IPA Universitas Negeri Semarang Indonesia)



Article Info

Publish Date
30 Jan 2026

Abstract

This study analyzes research trends in Pop-Up Book media development for elementary school science education from 2020 to 2025 using a Systematic Literature Review based on the PRISMA framework. A total of 138 articles met the eligibility criteria, and a subset of studies focusing on development-oriented research was examined to identify dominant patterns and approaches. The findings indicate that Pop-Up Book development commonly applies instructional design models such as ADDIE and Borg & Gall, frequently integrated with student-centered learning approaches including Project-Based Learning, Problem-Based Learning, and scientific literacy frameworks. Across the reviewed studies, Pop-Up Books are consistently reported to support student motivation, conceptual understanding, and active participation, with outcomes primarily measured through pre–post learning gains and qualitative classroom observations. Recent research also demonstrates a shift from manually designed Pop-Up Books toward digital and hybrid formats incorporating interactive and augmented elements. Overall, the review highlights the growing role of Pop-Up Books as adaptive and contextually meaningful learning media aligned with 21st-century elementary science education.

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Journal Info

Abbrev

jirpe

Publisher

Subject

Education Languange, Linguistic, Communication & Media Mathematics Other

Description

Journal of Innovation and Research in Primary Education (JIRPE) is a peer-reviewed, open-access journal that publishes original research and review articles primarily but limited to the area of elementary school education. It brings together academics and researchers from different countries who ...