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This community service aims to implement recycling activities for children as an educational strategy to foster environmental awareness from an early age. In the context of increasing environmental challenges, environmental education is an urgent need to shape a caring and responsible character for environmental sustainability. The method used is participatory learning with direct practice of recycling waste that actively involves children, accompanied by education on waste management, sorting, and the reuse of used materials into useful products. This approach uses observation, and documentation as data collection techniques to evaluate children's understanding and behavior. The results of the community service show a significant increase in children's awareness and concrete actions in protecting the environment after participating in the recycling activity. Children not only understand the concept of environmental conservation theoretically, but also practice it in their daily lives, such as sorting waste and reducing plastic waste. This community service's contribution to the development of science in the field of education lies in the successful implementation of an experiential learning model that integrates cognitive, affective, and psychomotor aspects in instilling environmental values. This educational model enriches an effective and contextual approach to environmental education, while also providing a strategic alternative for fostering environmental awareness among the younger generation. Thus, this community service makes a significant contribution to the development of educational methods that can strengthen sustainable development through the active participation of children from an early age.

This community service activity aims to improve the knowledge and skills of parents and posyandu cadres in utilizing the Webalita application as a web-based educational media for monitoring child growth and development. The main problem faced in the community is the limited access and understanding of digital educational tools that can practically and accurately support early childhood growth monitoring. The program was carried out through training and mentoring activities, which included: (1) socialization on the importance of monitoring child growth and development; (2) training on the use of the Webalita application; and (3) evaluation of participants’ understanding through questionnaires and hands-on practice. The results showed an increase in participants’ knowledge and skills in accessing, operating, and utilizing the Webalita application, with a score of 81.5%. Participants also responded positively to the application as it was considered helpful in providing educational information related to child growth and development. Therefore, this training can serve as a solution to support community health digital literacy through technology-based approaches.

This community service activity aims to improve the knowledge and skills of parents and posyandu cadres in utilizing the Webalita application as a web-based educational media for monitoring child growth and development. The main problem faced in the community is the limited access and understanding of digital educational tools that can practically and accurately support early childhood growth monitoring. The program was carried out through training and mentoring activities, which included: (1) socialization on the importance of monitoring child growth and development; (2) training on the use of the Webalita application; and (3) evaluation of participants’ understanding through questionnaires and hands-on practice. The results showed an increase in participants’ knowledge and skills in accessing, operating, and utilizing the Webalita application, with a score of 81.5%. Participants also responded positively to the application as it was considered helpful in providing educational information related to child growth and development. Therefore, this training can serve as a solution to support community health digital literacy through technology-based approaches.

This study aims to determine the implementation of strengthening religious values ​​and environmental awareness through educational and creative activities for children in Sari Rejo Village, Medan Polonia District. The main objective of this study is to describe how religious values ​​and environmental awareness are systematically instilled through an interesting and enjoyable non-formal educational approach for children. The problem in this study focuses on the low level of religious awareness and environmental awareness among children who tend to be influenced by technological developments and modern lifestyles. The research method used is a descriptive qualitative approach with data collection techniques through observation, interviews, and documentation of educational activities such as making key chain crafts, caring for the environment by making pot crafts from used plastic bottles, ecobrick crafts, and Islamic-based learning. The results of the study indicate that educational and creative activities can be an effective means of forming religious character and increasing children's awareness of environmental cleanliness. The conclusion of this study confirms that collaboration between the community, educators, and parents plays an important role in fostering moral and social values ​​from an early age, as well as making children more aware of spiritual and ecological responsibilities in everyday life.

Self-care independence is an essential aspect that must be developed so that children can live more independently and achieve a better quality of life. This is based on the vital role of the family in facilitating growth, development, and the formation of independence, especially for children with special needs such as those with intellectual disabilities. Children with intellectual disabilities often experience limitations in adaptive and intellectual abilities, making family support a key factor that helps them learn to perform daily activities independently. This study aims to determine the relationship between family support and self-care independence among children with intellectual disabilities at SLB Bukesra Banda Aceh. The research used a quantitative method with a descriptive-analytic design and a cross-sectional approach. The sample consisted of 40 children with intellectual disabilities selected through purposive sampling from a total of 69 registered students. The research instruments were family support and self-care independence questionnaires using the Guttman scale. The study was conducted from June 1 to June 7, 2025. The results showed that most children received good family support (82.5%) and demonstrated good self-care independence (60%). The bivariate analysis using the Chi-Square test indicated a significant relationship between family support and self-care independence (p-value = 0.001, p < 0.05). Based on these findings, it can be concluded that family support plays a crucial role in improving the self-care independence of children with intellectual disabilities. Therefore, parents are encouraged to provide consistent emotional, appreciation, instrumental, and informational support to help their children learn to care for themselves independently. Self-care independence is an essential aspect that must be developed so that children can live more independently and achieve a better quality of life. This is based on the vital role of the family in facilitating growth, development, and the formation of independence, especially for children with special needs such as those with intellectual disabilities. Children with intellectual disabilities often experience limitations in adaptive and intellectual abilities, making family support a key factor that helps them learn to perform daily activities independently. This study aims to determine the relationship between family support and self-care independence among children with intellectual disabilities at SLB Bukesra Banda Aceh. The research used a quantitative method with a descriptive-analytic design and a cross-sectional approach. The sample consisted of 40 children with intellectual disabilities selected through purposive sampling from a total of 69 registered students. The research instruments were family support and self-care independence questionnaires using the Guttman scale. The study was conducted from June 1 to June 7, 2025. The results showed that most children received good family support (82.5%) and demonstrated good self-care independence (60%). The bivariate analysis using the Chi-Square test indicated a significant relationship between family support and self-care independence (p-value = 0.001, p < 0.05). Based on these findings, it can be concluded that family support plays a crucial role in improving the self-care independence of children with intellectual disabilities. Therefore, parents are encouraged to provide consistent emotional, appreciation, instrumental, and informational support to help their children learn to care for themselves independently.

This study aims to determine the effect of digital media use on children's academic achievement. Rapid technological developments have made digital media a crucial part of the modern educational process. Using a qualitative descriptive approach, this study provides an in-depth description of how digital media is used in learning activities and its impact on student learning outcomes. Data were collected through observations, interviews, and documentation of students, teachers, and parents involved in the technology-based learning process. The results indicate that digital media plays a significant role in increasing children's interest and motivation in learning, enriching their knowledge base, and helping them understand the material more effectively. However, the study also found that excessive, unsupervised use of digital media can lead to decreased concentration, the development of procrastination, and decreased social interaction among students. Therefore, the use of digital media needs to be balanced with guidance and supervision from teachers and parents to ensure its use remains aligned with educational goals. In conclusion, digital media has significant potential to improve children's academic achievement when used wisely, purposefully, and in accordance with each student's individual learning needs.

Particularly in the context of Christian Religious Education, the question of children's spiritual growth and development is a critical component in the process of character formation, resulting in a holistic personality. Children benefit greatly from the use of Christian Religious Education psychology since it helps them comprehend the importance of faith, morality, and spirituality in a way that is suitable for their stage of psychological development. Data for this study were gathered by analyzing a variety of pertinent literature sources that were linked to the research issue. The author used a qualitative method in conjunction with a library research methodology. The purpose of this study is to examine how Christian Religious Education psychology concepts might be applied to improve children's spiritual development in the smallest social settings the family, school, and church.The study's end findings show that using Christian Religious Education psychology helps kids become more aware of the principles of their faith, behave in ways that emphasize love, behave responsibly, and have a positive relationship with God. It is anticipated that this study will improve the analytical abilities of church ministers, particularly those who specialize in children's ministry, parents of children, and educators who use it as a teaching tool. It is acceptable and effective for the demands of children's spiritual growth and development when a mature and proper technique is used.

Child marriage, involving individuals under the age of 19 as defined by Law Number 16 of 2019, is a pressing social and legal issue in Bali. The increase in applications for marriage dispensations reflects the high rate of underage marriage, with consequences such as school dropout, economic vulnerability, household instability, and violence. The conflicting norms between National Law, which prioritizes child protection, and Balinese Customary Law, which recognizes the validity of marriage through the Tri Upasaksi (bhuta witness, manusa witness, and dewa witness), exacerbates this situation. This study aims to examine the basis of the Tri Upasaksi rules in Balinese customary law as a means of preventing child marriage, and to analyze how Balinese customary law adapts to the provisions of positive state law. The research method used is normative legal research with a socio-legal approach, analyzing primary and secondary legal materials to identify conflicts and harmonize norms. The findings are expected to contribute to the development of legal science and serve as a reference for the government and customary institutions in formulating policies that integrate local values ​​with child protection.

Early childhood represents a golden period that is vital for the development of all aspects of a child’s abilities, particularly language skills. Speaking ability plays a central role as it serves as a child’s primary means of communication and social interaction. However, not all children achieve speech milestones appropriate for their age. Speech delays can negatively affect social, emotional, and academic growth if not identified early. This study aims to identify speech delays in early childhood through classroom interactions and to analyze the role of teachers in early detection and stimulation of language skills. Using a descriptive qualitative approach, the study involved ten children aged 4–6 years at Siti Khadijah Kindergarten. Data were collected through observation, interviews, and documentation, and analyzed using the Miles and Huberman interactive model comprising data reduction, data display, and conclusion drawing. Findings revealed that two children showed signs of speech delay, characterized by limited vocabulary, unclear pronunciation, and difficulty forming simple sentences. The main contributing factors were a lack of verbal stimulation at home and excessive gadget use, which reduced direct communication. Activities such as circle time, role-playing, and storytelling were found effective for detecting and stimulating speech development. Teachers play a crucial role as early detection agents, working collaboratively with parents to ensure continuous stimulation at home. Strengthening teachers’ capacity to observe, identify, and support children with speech delays is essential for promoting optimal language development.

Exclusive breastfeeding ensures the optimal development of children's potential intelligence. Babies without complete exclusive breastfeeding are more vulnerable to malnutrition. They face risks of both under-nutrition and over-nutrition. This study aims to determine the correlation between exclusive breastfeeding and nutritional status among infants in Kuta Cot Glie Public Health Center, Aceh Besar. This research was an analytical study with a cross-sectional approach. The sample consisted of 74 infants aged 0-6 months, selected using a Total Sampling technique. The study was conducted from May 1st to 23rd, 2025. The data were analyzed using univariate and bivariate methods with the Chi-Square test. Of the total 74 respondents, 44 respondents (59.5%) had a normal nutritional status. Additionally, 43 respondents (58.1%) were exclusively breastfed. The Chi-Square test showed a p-value = 0.001 < 0.05. The findings indicate a correlation between exclusive breastfeeding and nutritional status in infants. This study suggests that mothers exclusively breastfeed their babies. Therefore, mothers should also increase their knowledge by seeking information from various sources, such as clinics and professionals. This can help them understand the benefits of exclusive breastfeeding and how to prevent malnutrition in infants.

The Child Friendly School policy is an important instrument in protecting children's rights and preventing violence in educational environments. This research aims to evaluate the implementation of the Child Friendly School policy at SD Negeri Kandangan, Krembung District, Sidoarjo Regency using William Dunn's policy evaluation approach. This research uses qualitative methods with a descriptive approach. Data collection techniques were carried out through in-depth interviews, participatory observation, and documentation studies. Research informants were selected using purposive sampling techniques consisting of school principals, teachers, school committees, and students. Data analysis techniques use the Miles and Huberman model which includes data reduction, data presentation, and drawing conclusions. The research results show that the evaluation of policy effectiveness achieves a fairly good level of success in creating a safe and comfortable learning environment, although there are still some teachers who use conventional disciplinary methods. The efficiency evaluation shows that schools optimize limited resources through community participation and village government support. The adequacy evaluation identifies the need for improved facilities such as prayer rooms and special rooms for students with special needs. The equity evaluation shows the school's commitment to providing inclusive educational services without discrimination. The responsiveness evaluation shows high stakeholder satisfaction with child-friendly school programs. The accuracy evaluation confirms that this policy is appropriate for inclusive schools that have students with special needs. This research contributes to the development of educational policy evaluation with a focus on child protection in inclusive schools.  

This study is motivated by the rapid development of social media, which has become an inseparable part of children’s lives in the digital era. While children gain educational and creative benefits from social media, they are also exposed to risks from negative content such as violence, pornography, and consumerist behavior, as reported by KPAI (2023) and data from We Are Social & Hootsuite (2024). To analyze this phenomenon, a library research method with a qualitative approach related to the development of children’s thinking patterns, and child protection regulations, aiming to gain a comprehensive understanding of social and juridical implications. The results indicate that social media plays a dual role in shaping children’s thinking: providing positive impacts through learning and creativity, while also posing potential negative influences if not properly supervised. Therefore, synergy is required between law enforcement based on Law Child Protection and Law Information and Electronic Transactions, parental supervision, and adequate digital literacy, so that social media can be used as an educational and safe tool for healthy child development.

Children's ethical and character development is increasingly undermined by digital-era challenges, including misinformation, cyberbullying, and polarization. This conceptual review proposes the Love Curriculum as an ethical framework grounded in compassion to address this gap. It aims to enhance digital literacy and character formation by integrating spiritual values into digital education. Drawing from Islamic heritage, particularly Al-Ghazali's thought, and humanistic psychology, the curriculum is built on four pillars: love for God, fellow humans, the environment, and the nation. These pillars provide a moral lens for navigating contemporary digital landscapes. Employing a library research method, this study synthesizes literature from Islamic education, humanistic perspectives, and digital ethics. Key classical and modern sources were selected through purposive sampling, systematically reviewed, and analyzed via thematic synthesis. The findings indicate that the Love Curriculum serves as a moral filter that fosters a holistic "love literacy" integrating spiritual, emotional, and cognitive dimensions. This approach complements Indonesia's Merdeka Curriculum by aiming to cultivate a tolerant and empathetic insan paripurna (holistic individual) in virtual spaces, offering practical implications for inclusive education rooted in rahmatan lil 'alamin (mercy for all creation). The study contributes an adaptive conceptual model that underscores the urgency of infusing spirituality into digital literacy education from early childhood through adolescence. Future research should empirically validate the Love Curriculum's effectiveness on children's digital behavior and character across various settings. Exploring specific pedagogical strategies for its four pillars in digital education is also encouraged

Education serves as an institutional mechanism that can accelerate the development of a nation's character. Factors influencing the decline of the Indonesian nation are the result of mental and moral decline, which occurs in both the older and younger generations, including within the government and among the wider community. These factors have resulted in the Indonesian nation experiencing setbacks in various positions in the world. To overcome this problem, the Indonesian nation needs to develop and build a life by instilling positive values ​​​​to develop good character and be able to compete with other countries in the era of globalization. Character education offers a great opportunity to implement the process of fostering and developing human beings, with education based on noble morals, namely Islamic education that integrates faith, sharia, and morals in a learning system that is based on Islamic morals and influences self-improvement. One of the advantages of Al-Islam for humanity is the creation of a comprehensive and consistent method for developing mentality, producing generations, building society and culture, and upholding the principles of glory and civilization. Child educators must continue to seek more effective methods, seeking informative educational rules in preparing children mentally and morally, scientifically, spiritually, and socially, so that children can reach perfect maturity.

This study aims to explore the impact of the Jumat Bersih (Clean Friday) activity on enhancing the interpersonal intelligence of early childhood learners, as well as the challenges encountered during its implementation. This research employed a qualitative descriptive approach, with data collected through observation, interviews, and documentation. Observations were conducted directly and recorded on observation sheets, interviews were carried out using pre-prepared question guides, and documentation was obtained directly from the school. Data analysis utilized thematic analysis with a triangulation method. The results of the study indicate that the Jumat Bersih activity plays a significant role in facilitating the social learning process among young children. The activity supports the development of cooperation, effective communication, empathy, and conflict resolution skills. The positive impacts observed during the activity were also reflected in the children’s daily behaviors, both at school and at home. Therefore, such activities can serve as an effective learning model for strengthening interpersonal intelligence. The main challenges in implementing Jumat Bersih include differences in children’s social abilities, difficulties in guiding balanced interactions, and the need for consistent strategies from schools and teachers. However, these challenges can be addressed through appropriate approaches, active guidance, and collaboration between schools and parents

This study was motivated by the importance of dance in fostering aesthetic sensitivity, discipline, and cultural character in the younger generation. However, dance teaching practices in Indonesia are generally uniform and do not take into account the age and developmental stages of students, resulting in suboptimal learning outcomes. Several previous studies (Budiman et al., 2022; Da Ary & Markamah, 2024; Yuliyanti & Budiman, 2023) have shown the weaknesses of dance teaching methods that do not adapt to the characteristics of the participants, resulting in low mastery of techniques, motivation, and understanding of cultural values. Based on these issues, this study aims to examine the application of content, process, and product differentiation in dance learning at the Sobokartti Dance Studio in Semarang, which trains participants aged 4 to 25 years. Using a descriptive qualitative approach, data were collected through interviews, observations, and documentation. The results of the study show the application of teaching that is tailored to age characteristics, ranging from imitative movements in children to reflection on cultural values in adults. These findings prove that differentiated teaching methods are effective in improving the relevance and quality of traditional dance learning. The implication is that this model can be used as a reference for non-formal educational institutions in developing adaptive arts learning that is oriented towards the preservation of local culture.

This study aims to determine the influence of parenting styles on the social development of early childhood at the Al-Fajril Ulum Preschool and Kindergarten (PAUD TPA Al-Fajril Ulum). Observations were conducted to analyze how four types of parenting styles democratic, authoritarian, permissive, and neglectful influence children's social skills in the context of interaction, communication, decision-making, and the ability to establish relationships with peers. The study used a quantitative method with an ex post facto design, involving a sample of 8 children. Data collection instruments included questionnaires and observation sheets for children's social development based on indicators for each parenting style. The results showed that democratic parenting had the most significant positive influence on children's social development, marked by an increase in children's ability to express opinions, cooperate, respect others, and demonstrate social independence. Conversely, authoritarian and neglectful parenting styles had negative influences due to low emotional warmth, lack of dialogue, and minimal stimulation received by children. Permissive parenting showed a positive influence but not as strong as democratic parenting due to weak parental boundaries and control. Overall, the research findings confirm that the quality of parenting styles plays a direct role in shaping the social behavior of early childhood.

This research aims to determine the influence of the role-playing method on the creativity of early childhood at Miftahul Jannah TPA. Creativity as an important aspect of development needs to be stimulated from an early age through activities that are fun and meaningful for children. This research uses a quantitative approach with a pre-experimental design type one group pretest-posttest design, where researchers measure creativity before and after role-playing treatment. The research results show that the role playing method has a positive influence on the development of children's creativity. This can be seen from the increase in scores on several indicators of creativity, such as the ability to generate ideas, elaboration and concentration. The elaboration indicator received the highest score in the very good category, indicating that children were able to add details and enrich the storyline during role play. However, the indicators of flexibility and authenticity are still in the poor category and require further stimulation. Overall, an average creativity score of 54 was obtained, which shows that role playing is effective in stimulating children's creativity. These findings emphasize that role-playing methods need to be applied variedly and continuously in learning to optimize the creativity of early childhood.

This research is motivated by the importance of the relationship between parenting styles and the logical thinking skills of early childhood. The development of logical thinking is part of the cognitive aspect that plays a role in children's ability to solve problems, understand cause-and-effect relationships, and make decisions. This study aims to determine the most effective parenting style in improving children's logical thinking skills. The study used a quantitative approach with a correlational method and was conducted at the KB Mekar Indah Early Childhood Education Center (PAUD). Data were obtained through observation, interviews, and tests with 15 respondents. The results showed a significant relationship between parenting styles and the logical thinking skills of early childhood. Democratic parenting styles have the most positive influencThis research is motivated by the importance of the relationship between parenting styles and the logical thinking skills of early childhood. The development of logical thinking is part of the cognitive aspect that plays a role in children's ability to solve problems, understand cause-and-effect relationships, and make decisions. This study aims to determine the most effective parenting style in improving children's logical thinking skills. The study used a quantitative approach with a correlational method and was conducted at the KB Mekar Indah Early Childhood Education Center (PAUD). Data were obtained through observation, interviews, and tests with 15 respondents. The results showed a significant relationship between parenting styles and the logical thinking skills of early childhood. Democratic parenting styles have the most positive influence compared to permissive and authoritarian parenting styles, as shown by higher logical thinking scores in children. Thus, democratic parenting styles are recommended to be implemented to support children's cognitive development.e compared to permissive and authoritarian parenting styles, as shown by higher logical thinking scores in children. Thus, democratic parenting styles are recommended to be implemented to support children's cognitive development.

This study aims to analyze the influence of parenting styles on the cognitive development of early childhood children at KB AN-Nisa, South City District, Gorontalo City. The background of the study highlights that some children face difficulties in recognizing shapes, colors, and numbers, which are critical components of early cognitive development. A quantitative research approach was employed, utilizing observation and documentation techniques, involving a sample of 5 children out of a total of 35 students. The study explores how different parenting styles, including authoritarian, permissive, and democratic, impact the cognitive development of young children. The results demonstrate significant variations in cognitive abilities among children, influenced by the type of parenting they receive. Specifically, children raised in a responsive and supportive environment tend to show better cognitive development, particularly in areas such as shape and color recognition. These findings emphasize the crucial role of parenting style in providing cognitive stimulation for early childhood. They also highlight the importance of collaboration between parents and schools to optimize the cognitive development of young children, suggesting that a balanced, supportive approach to parenting can positively influence children’s learning outcomes. Therefore, this research contributes to understanding the connection between parenting and cognitive development in early childhood.