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Department of Indonesian Language and Literature, Usman Safri Kutacane School of Teacher Training and Education. Supervised by Mr. M. Supratman, S, Pd., M.Pd. And Mr. Irfan Johari, S.Pd., M.Pd. This research is an experimental study in the form of Pre-Test and Post-Test which aims to determine the effect of the letter stacking game on the vocabulary acquisition of 8 year old children in Batumbulan Satu Village, Babussalam District, Southeast Aceh Regency through the use of letter stacking games. Data collection techniques used descriptive and inferential statistical analysis. The results of this study prove that whether there is an effect of the word stacking game on the vocabulary acquisition of 8 year old children in Batumbulan Satu Village, Babussalam District, Southeast Aceh Regency through the use of letter stacking games are 1). The results of learning vocabulary for children aged 8 years in Batumbulan Satu Village, Babussalam District, Southeast Aceh Regency after implementing word stacking games have an effect on children's vocabulary acquisition skills which can be seen from the pre-test and post-test results, which are very high 45%, high 45%, moderate 10%, low 0%, and very low at 0% percentage 2). The application of the letter stacking game affects the reading ability of 8-year-old children in Batumbulan Satu Village, Babussalam District, Southeast Aceh Regency after obtaining t_count 6, 705 and t_table 5, 746 then obtained = t_count > t_table or 6>5. So, this research proves that there is an effect of letter stacking games on the vocabulary acquisition of 8 year old children in Batumbulan Satu Village, Babussalam District, Southeast Aceh Regency.

This study used a classroom action research design which was carried out in three stages, namely the pre-cycle stage, cycle I, and cycle II with the research subjects being grade III students at SDN Kaliwungu 1. This study used two variables, namely intensive reading skills and intensive reading learning using the KWL strategy. . Pre-cycle data collection was done by using the test technique, while in the first cycle and the second cycle using the test and non-test technique. Non-test instruments in the form of observations, journals, interviews, and documentation. Data analysis includes quantitative and qualitative data. The results showed that after participating in intensive reading learning using the KWL strategy, the average value of intensive reading skills of third grade students at SDN Kaliwungu 1 increased. The average value of intensive reading using the KWL strategy achieved by students in the pre-cycle was 56 and in the first cycle it increased to 65 or 9% then in the second cycle it increased to 76 or 11%. Changes in attitudes and behavior of third grade students at SDN Kaliwungu 1 Kaliwungu District, Semarang Regency have increased towards a better direction, namely students are more active and enthusiastic in learning, because students are starting to enjoy and enjoy intensive reading learning using the KWL strategy.

This study aims to identify effective methods that parents can use to help young children develop reading skills. Through a literature review and case studies, this research presents various strategies for parents, such as selecting books that match the child’s interests, creating an enjoyable reading environment, and providing positive feedback. The findings are intended to serve as a guide for parents in creating an optimal learning environment for their children. Reading ability is a crucial foundation for cognitive development in children. This study examines the critical role of parents in facilitating the development of reading skills in young children. By reviewing literature, the study highlights various activities that parents can engage in, such as reading together, providing engaging books, and creating a supportive environment for fostering a child’s interest in reading. The findings indicate that active parental involvement in reading activities from an early age has a significant positive impact on improving reading skills, comprehension, and a child's love for books.

This article dsiscusses the importance of parental assistance in the process of learning to read for grade 1 students at SD KARANGUNTUNG VILLAGE. Parental involvement at home plays a very important role in building a strong early literacy foundation for children. Through effective assistance, students will more easily understand reading learning material, improve their literacy skills, and increase their confidence in communicating. This research aims to understand the role of parents in supporting children's learning to read at home and to provide practical recommendations for parents in carrying out this role. The methods used in this article are literature studies and field observations which provide a real picture of the positive impact of parental assistance

The use of methods in learning the Koran is one of the efforts in optimizing the learning of the Koran for students. So the school needs to choose the right method. Which is the selection of the right method can optimize the results of learning to read and write the Koran in students. The purpose of this study was to determine: (1) the ability of students in learning to read and write the Koran at MI Insan Mulia, Jimbaran (2) The application model of the Tilawati method used in an effort to optimize the ability to read and write the Koran in students at MI Insan Mulia, Jimbaran (3) supporting and inhibiting factors while applying the Tilawati method in optimizing learning to read and write the Koran for students at MI Insan Mulia, Jimbaran for the 2020/2021 academic year. This type of research is qualitative. Data collection techniques used in this study were observation, interviews, and documentation. The results of the study revealed that: (1) Students' learning outcomes of the Koran decreased slightly in the odd semester and began to increase in the even semester of the 2020/2021 school year (2) The use of the tilawati method can optimize students' reading and writing skills of the Koran (3) Supporting factors of optimizing learning The Qur'an with the tilawati method at MI Insan Mulia is an adequate Madrasah infrastructure and an effective method. While the inhibiting factor is that some teachers have not been certified as tilawati teachers.

Teachers' literacy teaching creativity is the ability of teachers to constantly develop literacy materials or lesson materials and be able to create an interesting and active atmosphere and be able to modify lessons.  Creativity development in literacy learning is also very important and teachers are required to demonstrate and show the creativity process. One alternative that teachers can do is to create, compile and develop effective, efficient and creative literacy teaching materials.  This study aims to determine the development of teacher creativity in making reading, writing and counting teaching materials. The method used was descriptive qualitative method. The research subjects were teachers in Cimanggu sub-district. The results of this study indicate that: creative teachers are teachers who are able to develop pedagogical skills, namely being able to compile more varied teaching materials. In addition, they are able to improve pedagogical skills in developing reading, writing and counting literacy teaching materials so that learning becomes more innovative and effective. The development of quality literacy teaching materials can support human resources who are more competent, creative, productive and have high fighting values to face the era of globalization.

This community service was conducted for Karang Taruna, a youth organnization, at Perum Graha Kencana RT 01 RW 27 Kadipiro Surakarta. The focus was a training of using Rosetta Stone and Google Translation to improve English skills. The materials were delivered using three phases namely presentation, practise, and production. The training was beneficial for the participants specifically to improve their listening, speaking, reading, and writing skills as well as translation. Having adequate understanding of using Rosetta Stone and Google Translation, the participants were able to develop their English especially when completing school assignments.Keywords: Rosetta Stone, Google TranslationÂ

English learning for children called English for Young Learners (TEYL) is developing in various parts of the world, especially in developing countries including Indonesia. This policy began in Indonesia since the enactment of the 1994 Curriculum, and its implementation continues to be increasingly necessary. This is related to the government's efforts to prepare reliable and quality students, who will be able to compete at the national and international levels. English has become a very important language in the international community. Therefore, everyone is expected to be able to learn, master and understand English well. In Indonesia, English occupies an important priority as the first foreign language that must be studied and mastered by students and has been taught in schools ranging from kindergarten to university level. In learning English, there are four (4) language skills that must be learned by students, namely listening, speaking, reading, and writing. One of the important language skills to be learned by students is speaking. One element of language that needs to be improved to support speaking skills is vocabulary. Vocabulary plays an important role in word recognition. The more English vocabulary that is owned and mastered by students, the better they are at understanding various learning materials delivered in English. Mastery of a large and extensive English vocabulary can also improve students' ability to communicate using English. The introduction of English vocabulary in SDN 01 Suruh Tasikmadu Karanganyar can use learning media that is fun, easy and effective. The learning media is Word Webs. The Word Webs media has the benefit of increasing students' knowledge of English vocabulary and strongly supports speaking skills. Word Webs learning media is a learning media that can be used in the teaching and learning process of English especially Vocabulary. Through this Community Service Activity or Pengabdian Kepada Masyarakat, learning English using Word Webs media at SDN 01 Suruh Karanganyar feels more fun and memorable. This will make students feel enthusiastic and happy in learning English provided by using Word Webs media. This media can also help teachers in teaching English vocabulary to support students' speaking skills with fun.