USING CURIOUS GEORGE CARTOON MOVIE SERIES TO FACILITATE THE MASTERY OF SELECTED CHILDREN'S VOCABULARY AT KALIWIRU VILLAGE

Abstract

This study aims to find out how the Curious George cartoon is used and describe what vocabulary Curious George cartoon can give to help improve English vocabulary for children aged 4-6 years at PAUD Mulia, Kaliwiru Village, Candisari District, Semarang City. The research method used is descriptive qualitative research, with 16 students. This research was conducted in 3 meetings, data collection in the form of field observations, interviews and tests. The test is divided into two, namely pre-test before watching cartoons and post-test after watching cartoons. Data processing is done by data reduction and coding assessment using a predetermined rubric, display data and finally conclusion Drawing/Verification. The conclusion of the research shows that 1) The results of the pre-test and post-test using Flashcard media obtained the average score of students in the pre-test is 7 points and the post-test is 20 points. 2) Curious George cartoon is proven to be able to improve vocabulary mastery in children, especially color vocabulary, animal vocabulary, and other noun vocabulary, 3) Learning English vocabulary through cartoons can increase students' interest in learning English and also increase concentration during learning. The suggestion in this study is that parents should support and introduce children to basic English learning as a provision for children to go to higher school. And Use effective and fun learning media such as using cartoon film media.

Keywords: Curious George, animated cartoon media, children's vocabulary development