Scientific Approach in Increasing Naturalist Intelligence in Early Childhood

Naturalist intelligence in early childhood needs to be developed from an early age, because each child has a different level of intelligence. This study aims to determine the learning process using a scientific approach and the effect of applying a scientific approach to naturalist intelligence. The type of research is a systematic literature review (SLR), the data used comes from Google Scholar, DOAJ and SINTA with many articles totaling 40 articles, then 10 articles were selected as the main reference in writing this article. The data analysis technique used in this article is qualitative thematic analysis. The results of the study indicate that the scientific approach is effective in increasing the naturalist intelligence of early childhood. Through the 5M stages, children actively build attitudes, knowledge, and skills. This approach can be applied in various activities such as nature exploration, simple experiments, and thematic themes. Children who have honed naturalist intelligence tend to have high curiosity, think critically, and care about nature and the surrounding environment. This study contributes to strengthening the understanding that the scientific approach can increase the naturalist intelligence of early childhood. The results emphasize the importance of integrating the 5M stages in environmental-based learning and direct experience. This research also serves as a theoretical basis for the development of PAUD learning models that optimally stimulate children's curiosity, concern for nature, and critical thinking skills.