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This study aims to examine how the stories of the prophets in the Qur’an can serve as an effective medium for character building in children from an early age. The research is motivated by the growing need for character education amidst the moral challenges of modern times, and by the strong potential of prophetic stories to convey Islamic values such as honesty, patience, responsibility, and monotheism. A qualitative approach was employed through a literature review method. The findings indicate that the stories of Prophet Musa (Moses), Ibrahim (Abraham), Muhammad, and Yunus (Jonah) contain relevant and applicable character values for children. By presenting moral teachings through storytelling, these narratives allow children to internalize values in an engaging and meaningful way. When delivered according to the child’s developmental stage, prophetic stories become an educational tool that effectively nurtures religious, responsible, and noble character. This study is expected to contribute to the development of Islamic value-based character education models in both family and formal educational settings.

Language skills are an important aspect in early childhood growth and development because they are the basis for building communication, developing mindsets, and interacting with others. The purpose of this study is to reveal the role of audio-visual media in supporting the improvement of early childhood language skills in Kusuma Cendekia Kindergarten. This study uses a descriptive qualitative approach with data collection techniques through observation, interviews, and documentation. The findings show that the use of audio-visual media, such as children's songs, educational animations, and illustrated stories, is able to encourage increased vocabulary mastery, fluency in speaking, and children's courage in communicating. The media is considered effective because it is able to present interesting, concrete, and interactive learning, and is in harmony with the developmental stage of children aged 5-6 years. Teachers also apply strategies such as singing together, role-playing, and retelling the content of the video to strengthen children's language mastery. Nonetheless, some obstacles were found, such as the limitations of facilities and challenges in selecting the right content. The results of this study recommend the use of audio-visual media as one of the creative and fun learning tools in the early childhood education environment.

This study explores the implementation of dance learning and its impact on motor skill development in early childhood at RA Al-Ikhlasiyah 2 Medan. The research is grounded in the understanding that dance activities contribute significantly to children's gross and fine motor coordination, emotional expression, and self-confidence. The study employed a qualitative descriptive approach through observations, interviews with teachers, and documentation of dance sessions. Findings revealed that dance learning was not conducted regularly, but rather situationally ahead of graduation events, with limited integration into daily curriculum. The instructional method mainly involved direct demonstration and repetitive practice, which limited children's opportunities for exploration and creative expression. However, most children responded positively, showing enthusiasm and progress in movement coordination and group participation. Teachers played a key role in motivating children, although time constraints and lack of curriculum support posed challenges. The study concludes that dance learning, when implemented as a structured and routine activity, holds great potential in supporting holistic child development. The research also suggests future efforts to design integrative thematic dance modules and teacher training for sustainable early childhood arts education.

The phenomenon of street children, vagrants, and beggars is still a fairly complex social problem in Pasuruan City. The Pasuruan City Government has issued Regional Regulation Number 7 of 2021 as an effort to overcome the existence of street children, vagrants and beggars who are considered to disturb public order. This study aims to determine how the policy is implemented and identify supporting and inhibiting factors for its implementation. This study uses a qualitative research method with a descriptive approach and uses the Van Metter and Van Horn policy implementation theory as the basis for analysis. The results of the study show that although the policy has fairly clear standards and targets, its implementation has not been optimal due to the lack of resources, the unavailability of special rehabilitation facilities in Pasuruan City, and the weak ongoing commitment of the implementers. Coordination between implementing agencies is also not fully synergistic. Therefore, the successful implementation of this Regional Regulation requires improvements in aspects of resources, rehabilitation facilities, and strengthening cross-agency cooperation. A stronger commitment is needed from the local government so that handling street children, vagrants and beggars can be carried out more comprehensively and sustainably.

This research aims to describe the implementation of singing methods in enhancing the musical intelligence of early childhood at RA Fatipa and to analyze its impact on the holistic development of children. Using a descriptive qualitative method with participatory observation techniques, in-depth interviews, and document studies, this research finds that the singing method at RA Fatipa is implemented integratively through various techniques, such as singing together, singing with movements, and using songs as learning media. The research results show a positive impact of the singing method on children's musical intelligence, cognitive development, language, socio-emotional, and motor skills. However, the study also identifies several challenges, namely limitations in facilities and infrastructure, the need for teacher training, the importance of parental support, as well as the need for a more systematic integration of the curriculum and strengthening of the evaluation and documentation system. This study recommends improving facilities and infrastructure, continuous training for teachers, active parental involvement, better curriculum integration, and the development of a structured evaluation and documentation system to optimize the implementation of singing methods and their impact on children's development.

This study aims to determine the effect of understanding inclusive education on the readiness to teach children with special needs (ABK) in prospective Indonesian language teachers. The research method used is quantitative research with an associative approach, using a questionnaire instrument to measure the level of understanding of inclusive education and readiness to teach ABK. The results of the study indicate that there is a significant relationship between understanding of inclusive education and readiness to teach ABK in prospective Indonesian language teachers. A comprehensive understanding of inclusive education is an important foundation in improving the pedagogical, professional, personality, and social competencies of prospective teachers. However, the survey results show that the ability to plan lessons, readiness to teach, and readiness to create ABK-friendly learning tools are still relatively low. The main challenges faced by prospective teachers are the lack of practical experience, the lack of examples of inclusive open materials, and the continuing stigma against ABK. Therefore, a strategy is needed to improve the understanding of inclusive education through curriculum integration, field experience, and the development of inclusive teaching materials so that the readiness to teach ABK in prospective Indonesian language teachers can be optimally increased.

Early Childhood Education (ECE) is a very important foundation or starting point for building physical, mental, and social development in children so that they have the preparation that can help them later when they grow up. Therefore, an educational institution must have a leader or principal who can provide motivation and good and adequate facilities for the teachers and students. A quality leader is also very important so that students not only gain knowledge and science, but they can also form their own character with moral values as preparation when they grow up. We examine a variety of publications in this essay using a qualitative approach. We obtained knowledge from several sources, including publications connected to our topic and academic magazines. The results of this study illustrate that the presence of quality leadership in an educational institution, particularly in early childhood education (ECE), can optimize and develop the potential of teachers, making them more improved and creative, and can also shape the character of the students.  

Children are the next generation and the hope for the nation's future. However, not all children have the opportunity to grow up in a complete and supportive family environment. The Menara Kasih Indonesia Orphanage Foundation serves as a social solution for children who have lost their parents or are in a state of neglect. This research aims to examine how the background, social services, and caregiving patterns are implemented in this orphanage. The methods used were literature study, descriptive qualitative with observation, and direct interviews with the orphanage administrators and one of the children from the orphanage. The research results show that this orphanage applies a warm and supportive familial parenting style, where the staff actively play the role not only as parental substitutes but also as companions in the children's learning process. The caretakers help the children with their schoolwork and provide emotional support. However, in terms of funding and facilities, the Menara Kasih Indonesia Orphanage Foundation still has limitations.

Cerebral Palsy (CP) adalah gangguan pergerakan yang mempengaruhi tonus otot dan keterampilan motorik. Spastic Hemiplegia mengakibatkan kelemahan dan kekakuan otot pada satu sisi tubuh. Limb lengthening digunakan untuk mengatasi perbedaan panjang tungkai, namun memberikan dampak pada mobilitas. An. RF, dengan Cerebral Palsy (CP) Spastic Hemiplegic dan pasca limb lengthening. Tujuan peneltian untuk mengetahui efektifitas exrcise dalam penanganan kasus Cerebral Palsy (CP) Spastic Hemiplegic dengan riwayat post op limb lengthening. Penelitian ini menggunakan desain studi kasus dengan pendekatan kuantitatif. Subjek penelitian merupakan seorang anak laki-laki berusia 8 tahun dengan keluhan utama gangguan pola berjalan akibat perbedaan panjang tungkai setelah menjalani prosedur limb lengthening. Intervensi fisioterapi sebanyak 2 kali pertemuan berfokus pada penguatan otot ekstremitas bawah, fleksibilitas sendi, dan keseimbangan tubuh. Hasil dan pembahasan yang didapatkan fisioterapi yang diterapkan menunjukkan hasil positif dengan perbaikan dalam keterampilan motorik dasar. Namun, tantangan besar pada berjalan dan berlari akibat ketidakseimbangan panjang tungkai dan spastisitas terus ada. Program terapi berfokus pada penguatan otot dan keseimbangan memberikan kontribusi signifikan terhadap perbaikan fungsional. Terapi lanjutan yang lebih terfokus pada koordinasi dan keseimbangan tubuh diperlukan untuk meningkatkan kemampuan berjalan. Kesimpulannya evaluasi dan penyesuaian program terapi yang lebih terfokus pada koordinasi dan stabilitas postural penting untuk meningkatkan kualitas hidup dan mobilitas An. RF.

The development of the role and position of the Tunggu Tubang child in the Mayorat inheritance system in the Semende customary law community in Muara Enim Regency, South Sumatra, this is influenced by factors such as education, migration, lifestyle changes, and religion such as working outside the village and hiring people to manage agricultural land, without violating customary provisions that are oral and inherited from generation to generation. The responsibility of the Tunggu Tubang children in resolving inheritance disputes in the majority inheritance system in the Semende indigenous people involves an important role in providing an understanding of the provisions of the Semende customary inheritance to the members of the Tunggu Tubang family, responsible for conducting deliberations with Payung Meraje in order to reach an absolute and binding decision.

Child marriage remains a serious issue in many regions of Indonesia, including Sampang Regency, Madura. Despite the implementation of laws that set the minimum legal age for marriage, early marriages are still widespread and bring various negative impacts, including educational dropout, reproductive health risks, and socio-economic problems. This study aims to analyze the impact of child marriage using the Street-Level Bureaucracy approach developed by Michael Lipsky (2010). This approach focuses on how front-line policy implementers-such as officials from the Office of Religious Affairs (KUA), Religious Court judges, social service officers, and community leaders-interpret and enforce child marriage prevention policies at the local level. This research employs a qualitative method with data collected through in-depth interviews with policy implementers and affected community members. The findings indicate that policy implementation is heavily influenced by the discretion of street-level bureaucrats and is shaped by local cultural values and social pressures. Variations in how policies are applied lead to inconsistent outcomes in child marriage prevention. The study also highlights that child marriage often results in school dropout, emotional and financial unpreparedness, and reproductive health risks.

The Child Protection Law affirms that the state guarantees children's rights to “protection from violence” as stipulated in the 1945 Constitution. This paper examines child abuse within the framework of Indonesian positive law using a normative approach and legal philosophy (positivism). The focus of the analysis is to what extent legal norms (such as the Child Protection Law, the Criminal Code, the Domestic Violence Law, etc.) align with the values of justice and children's human rights. A normative approach is used to analyze the laws and legal literature, while the philosophical approach, particularly the positivist ideas of Hans Kelsen and H.L.A. Hart, is employed to understand the relationship between legal norms and the concept of justice. The analysis reveals that although child protection regulations exist, their implementation on the ground tends to be legalistic, often neglecting humanitarian and justice elements. This study emphasizes the need for alignment between legal norms and substantive justice and the protection of children's human rights. The implication of this research is the need for a legal policy that is more responsive to children's rights and justice.

Grounding or stranding is a shipping accident where the ship stops due to the lowest part of the ship's side or what is known as the keel touching the bottom of the water because the water depth is insufficient so that the ship cannot move freely. Grounding incidents occur more often in shallow waters or narrow shipping lanes. One of the grounding incidents was experienced by researchers while practicing sailing on the MV. Belik Mas, a container ship. At that time, the MV. Belik Mas ran aground when entering the Kapuas River Pontianak shipping lane. Therefore, this study aims to analyze the causes of the grounding of the MV. Belik Mas ship on the Kapuas River shipping lane and analyze the rescue efforts made. The method used in this study is a qualitative approach with the root cause analysis method which aims to identify the cause of the problem to the root cause. The results of the study showed that the root cause of the grounding of the MV. Belik Mas ship was human error, namely due to the lack of consideration in decision making by the captain and bad weather in the form of strong winds.

This research aims to explore and analyze the garbage management plan implemented on board ships. In this context, the author conducts direct observation to understand the problems encountered in executing the plan. Through firsthand experience, the author can identify various obstacles that may arise, especially those related to non-compliance with existing official procedures and regulations.The data collection methods used in this study include several approaches, allowing the author to obtain comprehensive information regarding waste management practices on ships. By using appropriate analytical techniques, the author seeks to find solutions to the problems faced in garbage management and provide applicable recommendations to improve the plan's effectiveness.The results of this research are expected to provide better insights into the challenges faced in waste management within the maritime environment, and to encourage the development of better policies for waste management on board ships. Thus, this research not only contributes to academic literature but also provides practical benefits for the shipping industry and environmental management.

Children are a vulnerable group frequently subjected to sexual violence, whether in the form of physical abuse, psychological harm, or sexual exploitation such as pornography and prostitution. This study aims to analyze the effectiveness of legal regulations in providing protection for children against sexual violence crimes. The research is motivated by the high rate of sexual violence against children in Indonesia and the suboptimal implementation of existing regulations in ensuring justice and safety for victims. The research method used is a normative juridical approach with descriptive-qualitative analysis through the study of national laws, international conventions, and relevant literature. The findings reveal that although Indonesia has enacted regulations such as Law Number 35 of 2014 and ratified the Convention on the Rights of the Child, their implementation still faces challenges including social stigma, insufficient legal support for children, and bureaucratic delays. This study concludes that legal protection for child victims of sexual violence must be strengthened through regulatory reform, institutional capacity building, and synergy between the state, society, and local communities.

This article discusses the importance of psychological well-being in early childhood within the context of social interaction in hybrid environments, which combine online and offline learning. The study aims to explore how social interaction influences children's psychological development and provides recommendations for best practices to support their well-being. The findings indicate that positive social interactions contribute to enhanced psychological well-being, while challenges in hybrid environments need to be addressed to support optimal child development.

Firm value is a metric that reflects investors’ perception of management’s success in managing the company, as represented by the market price of its shares. The transportation and logistics sector in Indonesia has faced significant challenges, especially since the COVID-19 pandemic, which has led to fluctuations in firm value. This study aims to analyze the effect of managerial ownership structure, sales growth, and business risk on the firm value of transportation and logistics companies listed on the Indonesia Stock Exchange (IDX) during the 2020–2022 period. This research employs a quantitative approach with an associative research design. The primary theoretical framework used is agency theory, which explains the relationship between owners and managers and highlights the importance of aligning their interests in decision-making processes. The sample consists of 16 companies selected using purposive sampling, resulting in 48 observations over three years. Data were obtained from the official IDX website and analyzed using multiple linear regression with the help of SPSS software. The dependent variable is firm value, measured by price to book value (PBV), while the independent variables are ownership structure, measured by management ownership percentage (MOP); sales growth, measured by growth sales rate (G); and business risk, measured by the degree of operating leverage (DOL). The results of the study indicate that all three independent variables have a positive and significant effect on firm value. These findings support agency theory and demonstrate that an appropriate ownership structure, stable sales growth, and effective management of business risk can enhance firm value. This study is expected to contribute to the development of accounting science and managerial practices in the transportation and logistics sector, as well as provide insights for investors in making informed investment decisions.

This study aims to describe the moral development of elementary school-aged children through a qualitative approach based on observation. Two fifth-grade students were observed to identify differences in moral characteristics and the influence of social interaction on the formation of moral values. The study also examines the teacher’s role as a facilitator of moral growth, support strategies for students with difficulties, the relationship between moral development and cognitive ability, and the role of parents. Findings reveal that children's moral development is significantly influenced by contextual, relational, and reflective learning approaches. Personalized support from teachers and collaboration with parents positively contribute to students’ moral maturity. The study recommends integrating moral values into the curriculum, training for teachers, and strengthening school–family cooperation.

Communication skills are a fundamental foundation in early childhood development. Teachers, as the main figures in the learning process, play a strategic role in creating educational interactions that support the development of children's communication abilities. This study aims to describe educational interaction strategies that can strengthen effective communication among early childhood learners. Using a qualitative-descriptive approach, data were obtained from observations, teacher interviews, and literature studies. The results show that strategies such as responsive communication, role play, interactive storytelling, and proper language modeling can enhance children's confidence in communication. This study recommends continuous training for early childhood educators in implementing adaptive and contextual communication strategies.

The purpose of this community service activity is to increase knowledge for mothers at the Garuda 04 Posyandu in Harapan Jaya Bekasi on how to use income to manage a balanced life between the needs of early childhood or toddlers and family needs. The results show that most members of the Garuda 04 Posyandu do not understand properly and correctly how to manage family income properly and correctly from the financial income they earn, such as the difference between needs and wants, budgeting, and the importance of saving and managing the fulfillment of toddler needs for the children they have. The training was conducted in one day with a participatory-educational approach and socialization. This method includes providing materials, group discussions, simulations, and reflections from each individual. The activities showed high active participation from participants and were actively involved in the discussions that were carried out. This socialization provides evidence that an experience-based approach can effectively increase understanding and awareness of the importance of financial management that they are facing.