The Effect of Mini Zoo Educational Game Tools on Natural Intelligence in Early Childhood Aged 5-6 Years
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Mini ZooÔÇÖs game tool, Naturalist Intelligence, Early ChildhoodAbstract
This study aims to analyze the effect of using the Mini Zoo educational game tool on the natural intelligence of children aged 5-6 years. The research employed a quantitative approach with an experimental design involving a single group. The sample consisted of 20 children from Group B3 at RA Az Zahra. The results indicate that the null hypothesis (H) was rejected, while the alternative hypothesis (H) was accepted, demonstrating a significant effect of the Mini Zoo educational game tool on children's natural intelligence. The findings imply that exploration-based educational tools such as Mini Zoo are effective for improving young children's natural intelligence. Therefore, incorporating similar educational game tools is recommended for early childhood learning activities.
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