Projek Pakej Rangsangan di Bukit Changgang, Selangor

Abstract

The objectives of the stimulation package project were to identify some selected educational materials to help enhance the mental development of children. It also tried to encourage parents to be involved in the development and education of the children. The stimulation packages consisted of boxes that contained educational materials, toys and games suitable for children under 12 years old. This action research was carried out at the Kampung Rancangan Tanah Belia Bukit Changgang, Banting Selangor. Twenty families were given these packages for 10 months (between July 1992 until April 1993). WPPSI and HOME tests were carried out before and after the stimulation packages were loaned to the families. The results of the study showed that there were positive improvements in in term of parental awareness and involvements towards their children education after using the packages. HOME and WPPSI tests scores were higher at the post-test as compared to the pre-test. Thus, it indicated that the awareness and involvement of the parents were crucial to encourage a balance and optimal development of the children.