Title: Turning Pages, Building Minds: The Effect of Pop-Up Books on Reading Comprehension of Grade 2 Learners
Authors: Kaye H. Maghanoy, Ropelle L. Cosep, Surbaya E. Adam, and Richelle Ortiola
Volume: 9
Issue: 10
Pages: 323-332
Publication Date: 2025/10/28
Abstract:
This action research aims to enhance the reading comprehension skills of the identified grade II Pimentel pupils involving the use of pop-up books as the tool in enhancing the reading comprehension skills. The study employed a quantitative method. The quantitative data gathered through pretest and post-test using the Phil-Iri (Philippine Informal Reading Inventory) assessment to measure the improvement of the reading comprehension skills of the learner. This assessment tool is design by the Department of Education in the Philippines to evaluate the reading capabilities of the learners from Grade 1-Grade 6. A total of 10 out of 37 learners from Grade II Pimentel at Diplahan Central Elementary School were selected on this study through Phil-Iri passage for pre-test. The result indicates that integration of pop-up books significantly enhances the reading comprehension skills. Thus, pop - up book as reading tool improved the reading comprehension skills of the identified grade II Pimentel pupils. The findings of the research could provide valuable insights for educators seeking incorporate appropriate tool in their teaching innovation to enhance the student's learning outcomes.