ENHANCING THE CHILDREN CULTURAL LITERACY THROUGH POPULAR DAYAK MAANYAN FABLES IN PALANGKA RAYA

Abstract

This activity aims to introduce and preserve the local culture of the Dayak Maanyan through the reading of popular fables to children at the Amanda Orphanage in Palangka Raya City, Central Kalimantan. The fable reading serves as a means to enhance cultural literacy among the children. This community service method involves interactive storytelling of Dayak Maanyan fables, designed to teach cultural values and foster children's imagination and critical thinking skills. Success indicators include the number of active participants, their understanding of local culture, increased creativity and expression, as well as feedback from the participants and orphanage administrators. Through this activity, it is expected that orphanage children will gain a deeper understanding of and appreciation for the Dayak Maanyan cultural heritage, contributing to its preservation.