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Sea turtles play an essential role in marine ecosystems but are increasingly threatened by human activities. Promoting conservation awareness from an early age through engaging educational tools is crucial. This study presents the development of an educational board game titled “Jejak Karapas: Little Ocean Heroes”, designed to teach children aged 10–13 about sea turtle conservation in Indonesia. The game’s character designs were informed by scientific research and adapted to suit children's aesthetic preferences. Validation results indicated that expressive and imaginative characters resonated most with players. The game serves as a creative medium to encourage environmental responsibility in a fun and approachable format for young audiences.  

Turtles are integral components of two ecosystems, both coastal and marine. They play a crucial role in maintaining a healthy marine ecosystem. A nutritious sea fosters millions of fish, serving as a significant protein source for humans. However, this is increasingly at odds with the presence of turtles, which are gradually becoming endangered. This issue stems from various factors, including large-scale commercial fishing activities near turtle nesting sites and worsening climatic changes. These factors have the potential to disrupt the balance of marine ecosystems. The approach adopted in this design is an ecological architecture approach. It aims to restore turtle habitats in coastal conservation areas to attract nesting turtles and sustainably develop tourist facilities that harmonize with the surrounding environment.