Implementation of Origami Construction to Improve Logical Thinking Ability on Early Age Children
Nurul Afrianti, Respitawulan, Atie Rachmiatie
Early Childhood Education, Universitas Islam Bandung;
Mathematics Study Program, Universitas Islam Bandung;
Faculty of Communication Science, Universitas Islam Bandung
Abstract
This study aims to gain a conception of the application of origami construction for escalating the logical thinking ability on early age children. The method used in this study is descriptive research with qualitative research approach. The subjects are 16 students of Class A in Kelompok Bermain (playgroup) Mutiara Ibu, Bandung, Indonesia. The result shows that the application of origami construction can improve the logical thinking of the students. It has been shown by their ability to 1) classify subject according its color, shape, and size (3 variations); 2) mention number symbols of 1-10; and 3) match the number with their symbols.
Keywords: logical thinking, origami construction, early age children
Topic: Early Childhood Education