Effect of Breakfast Education on Students’ Knowledge, Attitude, and Motivation at SDN 38/IX Muaro Jambi

Abstract

Many elementary school students are still unaware of the role of breakfast as an important source of energy for learning activities. Lack of knowledge, lack of support and low motivation affect children's breakfast habits. This study analyzes how education affects students' knowledge, attitudes and motivation regarding the importance of breakfast at SDN 38/IX Jambi Kecil, Muaro Jambi Regency. This study used a quantitative approach that included a quasi experimental design and a single group pre-test post-test design. The sample of this study involved 67 students in grades IV–VI who were selected using the total sampling technique. Data were collected through questionnaires distributed before and after education. Data analysis was carried out using the Wilcoxon Signed Rank Test.  The results of the Wilcoxon test showed a significant effect on the three variables, namely knowledge (Z = -7.273; p = 0.000), attitude (Z = -6.901; p = 0.000) and motivation (Z = -6.709; p = 0.000). All three variables showed an increase in value after being given education.  Education about the importance of breakfast has a significant effect on increasing knowledge, forming positive attitudes, and motivating students to eat breakfast regularly. It is suggested that these programs can have supportive and preventive effects and can strengthen the health of elementary school children from an early age.