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In this study, the use of Explore Malaysia Board Games (EMBoG) was explored. Particularly, promoting family bonding and providing children with understanding of the maps of Malaysia were the focus of this study. Previous studies discovered that the number of children with emotional and behavioral problems is increasing because most children lack parental attention. Therefore, educational board games have been developed in studies to promote family bonding and help children learn the maps and history of Malaysia. In this study, a quantitative method was used, including a questionnaire as a tool to test the usefulness of the board game. Based on this study, the children's emotional and behavioral difficulties can be solved by their parents' attention and affection. The quality of time parents and children spend together can contribute to exemplary communication and understanding among children. The Explore Malaysia board game is one of the innovations to build a good family bond between children and parents. Not only that, but children can also learn to work in groups and acquire new knowledge about the maps of Malaysia and the history of each state. Thus, indirect conceptual learning through the game can increase children's interest and enjoyment in learning about Malaysia's history. In addition, Explore Malaysia board games can help families spend quality time together.
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Kamal, A. B. A., Rahim, W. N. A. W., Maaruf, S. Z., & Singh, H. K. (2023). The Development of Explore Malaysia Board Games (EMBoG) to Build Good Family Bonding Between Parents and Children. International Journal of Academic Research in Business and Social Sciences, 12(3), 1406–1420.
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