Analisis Pelaksanaan Tradisi Megengan Berbasis Kearifan Lokal dengan Pendekatan Kontekstual Terhadap Kolaborasi dan Bermasyarakat Anak Di TK Tunas Rimba I Kebonharjo

Abstract

Local wisdom-based learning can be used as a contextual approach to introduce local culture while developing children's social abilities from an early age. This study aims to analyze the implementation of the Megengan tradition based on local wisdom through a contextual approach and its contribution to children's collaboration and community skills at Tunas Rimba Kindergarten, Kebonharjo. This study used a descriptive qualitative approach with a case study strategy. Data were collected through observation, interviews, and documentation involving the principal, teachers, children, parents, and community leaders. Data were analyzed through data reduction, data presentation, and conclusion drawing. The findings indicate that the implementation of the Megengan tradition through food preparation, wrapping food packages, collective prayer, sharing food, and cleaning activities provided children with direct and meaningful learning experiences. The activities encouraged children to work together, share tasks, help peers, communicate, take turns, respect others, and participate in social activities. The involvement of teachers, parents, and community members also strengthened the continuity of local cultural and social values between school, family, and community environments. These findings indicate that the Megengan tradition can function not only as a means of preserving local culture but also as a contextual learning medium that supports the development of children's collaboration and community skills.