The Use of Letter Puzzle Media in Improving Reading Skill in Low Grade Student at SDN 02 Banglarangan

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10.2991/978-2-38476-414-3_10How to use a DOI?

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Media; Letter Puzzle; Reading Abilities

Abstract

The main problem in this study is whether the use of letter puzzle media can improve the reading skills of low-grade students at SDN 02 Banglarangan. This research aimed to enhance the reading abilities of elementary school lower-grade students through the utilization of letter puzzle media at SDN 02 Banglarangan. The method employed in this study was the classroom action research method. This research is included in descriptive qualitative research. The data collection techniques used were observation. The research was conducted from March to June 2023. The results of this study showed an increase in students’ reading skills seen from pre-cycle data which showed only 62.7% of low grade students had good reading skills, but after cycle 1 it increased to 74.4% of low grade students who had good reading skills. In cycle 2 it increased again so that 90.6% of low grade students had good reading skills. Based on this data, it can be said that the use of letter puzzle media can improve reading skills in low grade students. Through applying letter puzzle media, students found it easier to recognize letters, construct words, and read. Additionally, students exhibited heightened enthusiasm and motivation due to the media’s engaging, colorful, illustrated, and tactile nature. This hands-on approach allowed students to engage directly in learning.

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TY  - CONF
AU  - Muhamad Sani Agung
AU  - Risa Tianingsih
AU  - Listia Fitriyawati
AU  - Alin Cahyaning
AU  - Indah Perdana Sari
AU  - Ni’mah Afifah
AU  - Esthi Nawangsasi
AU  - Ruwet Rusiyono
PY  - 2025
DA  - 2025/05/23
TI  - The Use of Letter Puzzle Media in Improving Reading Skill in Low Grade Student at SDN 02 Banglarangan
BT  - Proceedings of the 1st Alma Ata International Conference on Education (AAICE 2023)
PB  - Atlantis Press
SP  - 115
EP  - 125
SN  - 2352-5398
UR  - https://doi.org/10.2991/978-2-38476-414-3_10
DO  - 10.2991/978-2-38476-414-3_10
ID  - Agung2025
ER  -