Kiddo: Jurnal Pendidikan Islam Anak Usia Dini

Innovation in Numeracy Learning through the Make a Match Method Based on Local Wisdom of Malang for Children Aged 4-5 Years

Maria Mu’ini Christya Sunoto, Dedi Kuswandi , M. Arafik — Thu, 30 Jan 2025 00:00:00 +0700

Numeracy learning from an early age is the foundation for students' academic success at the next level of education. However, current numeracy learning is still one-way, focused on memorizing numbers, so it does not provide meaningful experiences for students. This study aims to analyze the application of the Make a Match method based on Malangan local wisdom in numeracy learning for students aged 4-5 years. The research method uses a descriptive qualitative approach through participatory observation techniques, in-depth interviews, and documentation at Dharma Wanita Kindergarten, Malang Regency. The results of the study revealed that the application of the Make a Match method based on Malangan local wisdom succeeded in transforming numeracy learning. Success is reflected in the enthusiasm of students in participating in learning that integrates Malangan Masks and batik motifs into numeracy materials. Supporting factors include the creativity of educators in developing learning media and collaboration with local artists. Inhibiting factors include limited preparation time and the lack of cultural references that suit the characteristics of early childhood students. Recommendations for program development include ongoing training for educators related to cultural integration into learning and the preparation of a local cultural database that has been adapted for early childhood learning.

Early Childhood Learning Based on Local Wisdom: A Study of Kindergartens in Pontianak City

Farninda Aditya, Septian Utut Sugiatno, Siti Nuhalizah, Dara Sa’idah — Sun, 02 Feb 2025 00:00:00 +0700

This study aims to analyze local wisdom-based learning carried out in early childhood at Haruniyah Kindergarten and PKK Benua Melayu Laut Playgroup in Pontianak City. This study uses a qualitative method with a descriptive approach. Data collection through interviews, observations, and documentation. While data analysis through data reduction, data presentation, and drawing conclusions. The results of this study indicate that local wisdom-based learning through various approaches, such as stories and textbooks, has an important role in the formation of character and identity in early childhood. At Haruniyah Kindergarten and PKK Benua Melayu Laut Playgroup, this approach is implemented effectively by integrating local wisdom in learning. The results of this study indicate that in storybooks there is local wisdom content containing elements of local wisdom, such as traditional food and traditional transportation. The book functions as a learning medium that has cultural value

ANALYSIS OF EARLY CHILDHOOD NUMERACY SKILLS IN PREPARING FOR THE TRANSITION TO ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Tue, 04 Feb 2025 00:00:00 +0700

Early childhood numeracy skills are related to numbers, symbols, data, and data analysis that can be used in solving everyday problems. The urgency of children's numeracy skills is to prepare children academically to enter elementary school. This study aims to identify the numeracy skills of children aged 5-6 years to prepare children academically for primary school. The study was conducted in seven districts and cities in Solo Raya. The sample consisted of 386 children aged 5-6 years. The numeracy skills of 5-6-year-old children were measured using a questionnaire filled out by teachers related to children's abilities in number concepts, geometry, measurement, data analysis, and calculation. Data analysis used descriptive statistics to see the average numeracy skills of children. The results showed that children's numeracy skills were 13.2% in the high category, 67.9% in the medium category, and 18.9% in the low category.

Pembentukan Karakter Anak Usia Dini Melalui Penanaman Nilai-Nilai Kebhinekaan di Sekolah Inklusi

@meydinahikmah_30 tuzzahro — Tue, 04 Feb 2025 05:56:45 +0700

Inclusive schools provide a supportive environment for diversity, both in terms of social background, culture, religion, and abilities between students. Through inclusive education programs based on the values of togetherness in diversity, schools play an important role in forming an attitude of tolerance, respect for differences, and a sense of unity among students. The formation of children's character is one of the important goals in every institution, especially in inclusive schools that have a diversity of students from various backgrounds. At this time, early childhood experiences a critical period, to form the foundations of a positive personality that will influence how a person behaves in the future. Instilling the values of diversity emphasizes unity in diversity, becoming an important basis in the education process at the Talenta Inclusive School. This article aims to find out how the values of diversity are internalized in order to form children's character from an early age. Through qualitative methods, this study collected data from observations, interviews, and school documentation. Data analysis techniques through data reduction, data presentation, and drawing conclusions. The results of the study show that the values of Bhineka Tunggal Ika, such as tolerance, cooperation, and mutual respect, are applied in teaching and learning activities, including in social interactions between students with special needs and regular students. The instillation of these values has been proven to produce children's characters who are inclusive, empathetic, and respectful of differences. The conclusion of this study emphasizes the importance of instilling the values of diversity from an early age in an inclusive education system to create a generation that has character, is resilient, and is ready to live in a pluralistic society.

Implementation of Montessori Method in Developing Freedom and Independence Values at TKS Islam YPAA Sumenep

Tue, 04 Feb 2025 05:57:58 +0700

This study aims to explore the application of the Montessori method in implementing values of freedom and independence in early childhood at TKS Islam YPAA Pangarangan Sumenep. The Montessori method was chosen because it is considered capable of accommodating children's learning needs personally, by providing directed freedom and an environment that supports independent exploration. This research uses a qualitative approach with observation and interviews as data collection techniques. The informants in this study consisted of the principal, classroom teachers, and students. The results indicate that the value of freedom is reflected in various activities such as collage, counting, and shape-building, which allow children to choose media and tools based on their interests. Children's independence is developed through practical activities such as wearing socks and washing vegetables. The teacher acts as a facilitator who supports exploration without reducing the children's freedom. The application of shaping techniques has also proven effective in developing independent skills. In conclusion, the Montessori method at TKS Islam YPAA Pangarangan Sumenep successfully supports the development of freedom and independence in children, in line with the principles formulated by Maria Montessori, although there are several supporting and inhibiting factors in its implementation.

HUBUNGAN PENGETAHUAN ORANG TUA TENTANG PENDIDIKAN SEKS DENGAN PERILAKU PENCEGAHAN KEKERASAN SEKSUAL ANAK USIA PRASEKOLAH

Mon, 10 Feb 2025 09:04:27 +0700

This research aims to determine the relationship between parental knowledge about sex education and sexual violence prevention behavior in pre-school children at RA Siti Chotidjah Grogol, Kediri Regency. Researchers used quantitative methods with the Kendall Tau correlation test. The results of the research also show a significant relationship between parental knowledge and the prevention of sexual violence with a result of 0.012 < 0.05, with a positive correlation direction of 0.271 which has a fairly appropriate correlation as stated in the maximum correlation value, meaning there is a relationship between parental knowledge about sex education. in preventing sexual violence in pre-school children

STEAM-BASED LEARNING IN CHILDREN IN THE ERA OF INDUSTRIAL SOCIETY 5.0

Allan Firman Jaya — Mon, 10 Feb 2025 09:09:48 +0700

STEAM-based learning is learning that combines a set of science, technology, engineering, art and mathematics knowledge to help students develop the skills and abilities needed for future preparation. There are several PAUD units in Tuban that implement STEAM-based learning, so the author is interested in analyzing the process of implementing STEAM-based learning in early childhood. The research method used is descriptive qualitative, with data collection techniques through observation, interviews and documentation. The informants or respondents in this research were the Unit Heads and PAUD educators. Data validation techniques use data reduction techniques, data presentation, and drawing conclusions. The results of the data analysis obtained are a description of the application of STEAM-based learning in early childhood in accordance with existing reality.

Upaya Guru Dalam Meningkatkan Karakter Peduli Lingkungan Melalui Nilai Konservasi Di Paud Al -Fatah Temboro

Shakila Nuru fairo — Tue, 04 Feb 2025 05:54:25 +0700

Abstract

Conservation education by implementing environmentally aware learning can form or instill characters that care about the environment. Conservation-based learning is an educational method that aims to teach children the principles of environmental conservation so that they grow into people who care about the environment. Conservation values such as planting, utilizing, preserving, and studying in physical and non-physical forms are important to be instilled in early childhood. Because conservation education is the preservation of nature by implementing environmentally aware learning, the goal is to foster an attitude of caring for the environment, which is expected to give students a sense of care and concern for their environment. The method used in this study is qualitative descriptive. Ten students and their teachers participated in this study. Techniques for gathering data included recordkeeping, interviews, and observation..