Utilizing Eduball in Enhancing Pre-Literacy Skills Among Kindergarten Learners

This study explored how using Eduball, a set of educational balls with letters and symbols, can help improve the pre-literacy skills of kindergarten students. These skills include recognizing letters, sounds, and forms, which are essential for learning to read and write. The research was conducted at Musuan Integrated School in Bukidnon, Philippines, involving two groups of learners aged 5 to 6. One group used Eduball in their learning, while the other group followed traditional methods. The study used pretests and post-tests to measure the children’s skills before and after the intervention. Results showed that learners who used Eduball improved more in recognizing uppercase and lowercase letters and identifying letter sounds than those who did not use the tool. Many students who started at the “pre-developing” level moved to “developing” or even “proficient” after using Eduball. The findings suggest that combining movement and play with learning, like what Eduball offers, can make lessons more engaging and effective for young children. This is especially helpful in rural schools with limited resources, where traditional teaching methods may not fully meet the needs of active learners. The study supports that children learn better when active, involved, and having fun. It also highlights the importance of introducing cost-effective and innovative tools like Eduball to improve early literacy, especially when students struggle with basic reading skills. Teachers, parents, and school leaders can all benefit from this approach, which encourages learning through play and supports a more joyful and interactive classroom experience.