CHAPTER I INTRODUCTION
1.1 Background of the Study
English is an international language in the world and it is used as a foreign language in Indonesia. Considering its important role in the international world,
our government has included it into a Nine-Year-Compulsory-Study. Based on this program, English is not only taught at Junior High School and Senior High School
but also at Elementary School. Unfortunately, English is not our native language; therefore it is very difficult
for Indonesian students to learn it. Besides, Indonesian and English are not related languages, there are many elements found in them that cause difficulties for
Indonesians students to learn it. In line with the difficulties for the students to study English, the English
teachers have to create an effective and also interesting method of teaching English.
Children world are full with fun. As children, they can freely express whatever they want by playing their favorite games. In addition, children at Elementary
School, especially those who in the age of 9-12 years old have mastered new words and patterns of their first language. They can read and spell A-Z. They are
also interested and enjoy while teaching and learning process there is a game. Based on this phenomenon, an English teacher should be able to present students’
favorite games as a learning instrument. 1
Spelling properly is a key of great writing. However, the English language has many confusing spelling rules. Considering its important role in writing, spelling
is taught within the writing aspect that is taught according to the curriculum. In this study, the language ability that the writer wants to improve is the
spelling. In this case, the writer will use crossword puzzles to improve Elementary students’ spelling skill.
1.2 Reasons for Choosing the Topic
The reasons for choosing crossword puzzles in order to improve Elementary students’ spelling are:
a. Crossword puzzles are good instruments for children to know how to spell the letter A-Z correctly.
b. Crossword puzzles can help children to learn how to spell words well. c. Crossword puzzles are the easy game for children.
1.3 Statement of the Problem
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