Implementation of the Use of Educational Game Tools (clogs) from Wood Waste to Develop Creativity

Abstract

The importance of educational game tools for early childhood is the background of this study, especially in teacher creativity in using wood waste as an educational game tool. This research aims to determine the implementation of using wood waste as an educational game tool to develop teacher creativity at PGRI Sarimulyo Kindergarten. This research uses qualitative methods through a qualitative descriptive approach. The subjects of this research were PGRI Sarimulyo Kindergarten educators. Data collection techniques used observation, interviews, documentation and triangulation. Data analysis techniques use data collection techniques, data reduction, data presentation and data conclusion. The results of the research show that the implementation of using wood waste as an educational game tool (clogs) can develop teacher creativity. Educational game tools (clogs) are traditional educational game tools which play an important role in helping to develop effective and enjoyable learning, with educational game tools (clogs) making it easier for teachers to stimulate aspects of children's development, including aspects of physical, motoric, cognitive and social emotional development, and art, as well as making it easier for educators to deliver learning. Keywords: Early Childhood Educational, Game Tools, and Creativity