Children storybook design to solve plastic waste problem

Abstract

Indonesia is ranked as the 2nd largest country in the world as waste producer. There are approximately 332 tons of waste produced in Indonesia daily. In addition to the nature of plastic that is difficult to decompose, plastic waste in Indonesia is also caused by the lack of awareness and knowledge about the dangers and negative impacts of plastic waste. This study aimed to educate about plastic waste in children by using story book. This research applied descriptive qualitative method. The strategy adapted in this study was designing a story book that could be used as a story telling material to explain the impact of plastic waste to children. This storybook is entitled Erika and the Trash. It uses interesting and imaginative stories that children love. In addition, this book also has games that children can play. The primary media chosen was a children story book and the supporting media were posters, keychains, acrylic stands, and pins. This story book can be used by parents as a way to tell about the danger of plastic waste to children.