PERANCANGAN BUKU ILUSTRASI TENTANG SPESIES LAUT TERANCAM PUNAH DI INDONESIA

Sebagai Media Edukasi Untuk Anak Usia 9-12 Tahun

Abstract

ABSTRAK: Indonesia dikenal sebagai negara dengan keanekaragaman hayati laut yang tinggi karena posisinya yang strategis di antara dua samudra serta ribuan pulau yang dimiliki. Namun, tingginya ancaman terhadap spesies laut yang terancam punah tidak diimbangi dengan kesadaran masyarakat, terutama anak-anak. Minimnya media edukasi visual yang menarik dan sesuai dengan usia anak menjadi salah satu penyebab kurangnya pengetahuan generasi muda mengenai isu konservasi laut. Penelitian ini bertujuan merancang buku ilustrasi edukatif yang ditujukan bagi anak usia 9–12 tahun. Pengumpulan data dilakukan melalui pendekatan primer (wawancara dengan narasumber dari KKP, lembaga konservasi, dan tenaga pendidik) serta sekunder (literatur, observasi buku anak, dan kuesioner terhadap 123 responden anak). Proses perancangan menggunakan metode Design Thinking melalui lima tahapan: empathize, define, ideate, prototype, dan testing. Hasil akhir berupa buku ilustrasi berukuran 25 × 16 cm yang memuat 16 spesies laut, dilengkapi media pendukung seperti poster dan desain promosi. Uji coba terhadap 35 siswa menunjukkan respons positif terhadap isi dan tampilan buku, meskipun ditemukan masukan pada bagian layout dan penyampaian informasi. Buku ini diharapkan dapat menjadi sarana edukatif yang efektif dalam meningkatkan kesadaran anak-anak terhadap pelestarian spesies laut Indonesia.

Kata Kunci: Buku Ilustrasi, Spesies Laut Terancam punah, Edukasi, Anak Usia 9-12 Tahun

ABSTRACT: Indonesia is known for its rich marine biodiversity due to its strategic location between the Indian and Pacific Oceans and its thousands of islands. However, the increasing threats to endangered marine species are not matched by public awareness, especially among children. The lack of engaging, age-appropriate educational media contributes to the declining knowledge of marine conservation among younger generations. This study aims to design an educational illustrated book for children aged 9–12 years. Data collection involved both primary and secondary approaches, including interviews with representatives from the Ministry of Marine Affairs and Fisheries, marine conservation organizations, and elementary school educators. Additional data were gathered through literature studies, bookstore observations, and questionnaires distributed to 123 children. The design process followed the five stages of the Design Thinking method: empathize, define, ideate, prototype, and testing. The final product is a 25 × 16 cm illustrated book featuring 16 endangered marine species, supported by promotional and visual media. User testing with 35 students showed positive responses to the book's content and visuals, although some suggestions were made for layout improvement. The book is expected to serve as an effective educational tool to foster children's awareness and knowledge of Indonesia's marine species conservation.

Keywords: Illustration Book; Endangered Marine Species; Education; Children Aged 9–12