KAPAL BERLAYAR TUJUH : IMPLEMENTATION OF CHILDREN'S SONGS TO ENHANCE MARITIME CULTURAL LITERACY IN CHILDREN AGED 4-5 YEARS

Kapal Berlayar Tujuh : Implementasi Lagu Anak untuk Meningkatkan Literasi Budaya Maritim Anak Usia 4-5 Tahun

Abstract

This research is motivated by the fact that Indonesia, as a maritime country rich in seafaring traditions, is witnessing a gradual decline in maritime cultural awareness among the younger generation. The aim of this study is to enhance maritime cultural literacy in early childhood and help children identify maritime elements through the use of the children's song "Pinisi Berlayar Tujuh." The methodology employed is classroom action research (CAR), conducted in two cycles. The results indicate that the children were able to recognize maritime elements such as ships, fishing tools, and others. The use of the children's song "Pinisi Berlayar Tujuh," which is themed around maritime culture, proved effective in enhancing maritime cultural literacy in children aged 4-5 years. The study concludes that an educational approach through music can be an effective strategy to introduce and preserve maritime culture among the younger generation.