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Febrile seizures are a common neurological condition occurring in children aged 6 months to 5 years, with an incidence rate of 2-5%. Prompt and appropriate management is crucial to prevent long-term developmental impacts. This study aims to analyze the relationship between the classification of febrile seizures and child development in the working area of the Barus Jahe Health Center, Barus Jahe District, Karo Regency, North Sumatra Province, in 2023. The research used an observational method with a qualitative descriptive design, collecting data through interviews and physical measurements from 10 children who experienced seizures. The results showed that 70% of the children who experienced seizures were older than 1 year, while 30% were under 1 year old. In terms of gender, 60% of the children were male and 40% were female. Regarding seizure classification, 70% of the children had simple seizures, and 30% had complex seizures. Concerning child development, 60% showed normal development, 20% showed questionable development, and 20% required further monitoring. This study highlights the importance of appropriate management to prevent developmental issues resulting from febrile seizures.

The development of information technology is a challenge, so we are required to be able to adapt to improve our capabilities in the field of technology. The problem in orphanages is the lack of facilities, funds and volunteers to help improve skills. The aim of this service is to help orphanage children gain skills that can be used in the future. The training method used is lecture and direct practice. The children participating in the training welcomed this training activity happily, seen from the response when the training team carried out direct exposure and practice

This article explores a community service initiative aimed at enhancing literacy among children in Rejatengah Village, Indonesia, as part of the national effort to develop Indonesia’s Golden Generation by 2045. The project was conducted by a team from Al Maksum College of Teacher Training and Education over a one-month period, targeting children aged 6 to 9 years. The initiative involved comprehensive educational activities, including literacy assessments, interactive workshops, and parental involvement, to foster a supportive learning environment. Significant improvements in literacy skills were observed, attributed to the innovative teaching methods and community engagement strategies employed. The establishment of a permanent educational resource center has ensured the sustainability of educational efforts, serving as a model for similar interventions in other rural areas. This project not only highlights the critical role of community-based educational programs in enhancing literacy but also demonstrates the potential of such initiatives to contribute to broader national development goals.

Postural balance is a crucial aspect of daily life that enables individuals to move with stability and safety. Children with Down Syndrome (DS) often experience balance disorders due to cognitive function limitations that affect their motor abilities. This study aims to explore the relationship between cognitive function and balance in children with DS. Cognitive impairments, including memory deficits, attention difficulties, and executive function challenges, can impact a child's ability to control posture and perform motor activities effectively. Additionally, difficulties in movement coordination and sensorimotor responses contribute to poor balance abilities. Understanding the connection between cognitive function and balance can facilitate the implementation of appropriate interventions, such as physical therapy and cognitive stimulation, to improve the quality of life of children with DS. A holistic approach is essential in supporting the development of children with DS to help them achieve greater independence. Parents and families play a vital role in actively participating in the growth and development of children with DS, ensuring that their cognitive function and balance are maintained and enhanced. Consequently, children with DS can become more independent and socially engaged, enabling them to interact with others and build healthy social relationships. Keywords: Down Syndrome, cognitive function, postural balance, parents, family

Literature is the result of the human creative and imaginative process which contains various values ​​and life lessons. Namun, as an important element in literary works, describes the struggle within a character that arises as a result of the conflict between desires, beliefs and hopes. In literary works that are adapted into films, namun not only plays a role in building character, but also drives the storyline emotionally. The film Kite Putus, which is adapted from the novel by Mommy ASF, depicts the emotional journey of Kinan, a woman who faces the infidelity of her husband, Aris. The namun experienced by Kinan is the main focus in the narrative, where he has to choose between maintaining the household for the sake of his child or letting go of the relationship that has hurt his self-esteem. The aim of creating this film script is to explore how namun can be applied effectively in character and story development. The author focuses on processing Kinan's namun through internal monologues and interactions with other characters, as well as utilizing cinematic elements to strengthen the emotional dimension of the film. With this approach, it is hoped that the film Kite Putus will be able to provide an in-depth experience for the audience, as well as representing universal issues in everyday life.

This study discusses the development of bullying prevention policy instruments as an effort to create Child-Friendly Schools in Surabaya City. This study uses a descriptive qualitative method with data collection through observation, interviews, and documentation. Informants in the study from the head of the Middle School student work team of the Surabaya City Education Office, the Head of the Women and Children Protection Division of the Women's Empowerment and Child Protection Office and Population Control and Family Planning of Surabaya City, the violence prevention and response team at SMPN 61 Surabaya, the violence prevention and response team at SMP Islam Shafta Surabaya, the violence prevention and response team at SMP Wijaya Putra Surabaya. Analysis of the development of bullying prevention policy instruments as an effort to create Child-Friendly Schools in Surabaya City uses the Howlett and Ramesh theory with 3 instruments, namely: (1) mandatory instruments (2) voluntary instruments and (3) mixed instruments. According to the Regulation of the Minister of State for Women's Empowerment and Child Protection of the Republic of Indonesia Number 8 of 2014 concerning Child-Friendly School Policies at SMPN 61 Surabaya, SMP Islam Shafta, and SMP Wijaya Putra, 6 indicators have been implemented in creating Child-Friendly Schools. But there is still something lacking. And of the 3 schools, the most complete in implementing Child-Friendly Schools is SMPN 61 Surabaya. So other schools also need to follow the example of SMPN 61 Surabaya.

The Primaku application was introduced and launched by the Indonesian Pediatric Association to facilitate early and continuous monitoring of children's growth and development. However, there are still many people who do not understand how to use this technology-based Primaku application. The purpose of this activity is to increase the knowledge and skills of the community, especially Posyandu cadres and mothers of toddlers, in monitoring the growth and development of infants and young children to prevent stunting. The problem-solving method is carried out by providing training on how to use the Primaku application and demonstrating how to assess children's growth and development using the Primaku application. Based on the results of the activity, it shows that the participants have good knowledge in understanding and using the Primaku application as a tool to monitor children's growth and development. with this activity, Posyandu cadres and mothers toddler can continue to update the latest information on children's growth and development.

Approximately 287,000 cases of maternal death occur during pregnancy, childbirth, and postpartum. One of the targets in the global Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) is to reduce MMR to 70 per 100,000 live births by 2030. WHO data shows that 72.5% of maternal deaths are caused by direct factors, while the remaining 27.5% are caused by indirect factors. This study aims to determine the factors associated with maternal death in Sintang Regency in 2019-2023. The research design uses quantitative with a Cross Sectional approach. The study population is all data on maternal death cases from pregnancy, childbirth and postpartum periods from January 2019 - December 2023 obtained from the Sintang Regency Health Office. The sampling technique uses total sampling . The results of the study obtained variables of bleeding (p value 0.017), infection (p value 0.847), eclampsia (p value 0.026), age (p value 0.018) and parity (p value 0.900). There is a relationship between bleeding, eclampsia and age with maternal mortality in Sintang Regency in 2019-2023. There is no relationship between infection and parity with maternal mortality in Sintang Regency in 2019-2023. It is hoped that the relevant health services will improve health service efforts to reduce MMR.

This study investigates effective strategies for fostering religious discipline and filial piety in children through family-based education. Employing a qualitative research design, data were obtained via observation, in-depth interviews, and a comprehensive literature review. The findings reveal that consistent reinforcement of religious values within the family setting plays a pivotal role in shaping a child’s moral and spiritual character. Children raised in households that model regular worship practices and demonstrate respectful interpersonal behavior are more likely to exhibit strong religious commitment and courteous conduct toward their parents. These results underscore the importance of integrating religious values into daily parenting practices and offer practical insights for educators, parents, and policymakers seeking to strengthen character education in the home environment.

In today's digital era, it is difficult to separate gadgets such as smartphones, tablets, laptops, and other devices from everyday life. Although gadgets facilitate communication and facilitate access to information to support productivity and convenience, excessive or unwise use can cause various negative impacts on physical, mental, and social health. This study uses a literature review method to investigate the impact of gadget use on social development in early childhood. By analyzing secondary data from books, journals, articles, websites, and related research findings, the aim is to provide a comprehensive understanding of the negative impacts of gadget use on the social development of early childhood. The results show that the negative impacts of excessive gadget use in early childhood include social isolation, health problems, and an imbalance between physical and mental activity. It is very important for parents to actively monitor, and guide children's gadget use to prevent addiction and promote healthy development. By understanding the impact of gadget use, parents can apply the right parenting style and encourage positive social skills and reduce the risk of gadget addiction in the digital era.

Baby massage is very useful in optimizing the growth and development of babies/children, including increasing food absorption so that babies get hungry faster and babies will breastfeed more often from their mothers, thereby increasing the baby's weight. The aim of the research was to analyze the effect of baby massage on weight gain in babies. The method used is Pre Experiment with pretest and posttest control group design. The sample in this study were 30 newborn babies at Bhayangkara Hospital, Banjarmasin. The sampling technique in this research is non-probability sampling, namely purposeve sampling. Baby massage was given for 7 days to increase the baby's weight before and after treatment analyzed using the Wilcoxαon Test. The research location was carried out at Bhayangkara Hospital. The research time was 3 months in July – September 2024. The results obtained were P value = 0.000 (α < 0.05 ) which means there is a difference in body weight before and after the massage intervention. The conclusion is that there is an effect of baby massage on weight gain in babies.

This study aims to classify the level of satisfaction of Dasawisma cadres with the Carik application in West Semper Village by utilizing the Naive Bayes method. Data was obtained through questionnaires, which were compiled based on three main aspects: ease of use, speed of access, and the usefulness of applications in supporting cadre tasks. After the data is collected, a pre-processing and labeling process is carried out, where the level of satisfaction of respondents is categorized into two classes, namely "satisfied" and "dissatisfied". The Naive Bayes algorithm is applied to predict satisfaction classes based on questionnaire answers. The results of the analysis show that the Naive Bayes method is able to perform classification with sufficient accuracy, so that it can be used as an evaluation tool and decision support in the development of the carik application. This method can also help the management understand user perceptions and improve the system based on objective and routine data in line with the needs of field cadres

The development of fine motor skills is one of the fundamental abilities nurtured in early childhood education institutions, in accordance with developmental achievement indicators. Therefore, the purpose of this study is to determine the influence of Cooking Class activities on children's fine motor skills during the pre-cycle, Cycle I, and Cycle II, as well as to understand how the implementation of Cooking Class activities can improve the fine motor skills of children aged 4-6 years at Al-Amin Kindergarten. The method used in this study is classroom action research, with a sample of 37 students. Data collection techniques involved observation sheets and documentation. The data analysis results showed an improvement in the fine motor skills of children aged 4-6 years through Cooking Class activities, starting from the observations conducted in the pre-cycle stage and increasing in each subsequent cycle. This can be seen from the scores obtained, starting from the pre-cycle to Cycle II. The average score increased from 34.56% in the pre-cycle, to 58.98% in Cycle I,and showed a significant improvement to 85.70% in Cycle II.

This study aims to explore the Role of Islamic Education-Based Schools in the Formation of Religious Character in Nadwah Kindergarten focusing on the current large population in Indonesia and the rampant criminal acts and government programs through laws with the aim of research 1). describe the formation of religious character in Nadwah Kindergarten, 2). To describe the role of Islamic Education-Based Schools in the Formation of Religious Character in Nadwah Kindergarten 3). To describe the driving and inhibiting factors in the Formation of Religious Character in Nadwah Kindergarten. This study uses a qualitative approach with a descriptive method, qualitative research methods are also called naturalistic research methods because the research is conducted in very natural conditions (natural settings). Data collection through participatory observation, structured and unstructured interviews. documentation study using tools: observation guides, interview guidelines, data validation using Triangulation (sources), confirmability and dependability and analysis using reduction, data presentation and Drawing Conclusions The informants in this study were one Principal and two class teachers. The results of this study show 1). The formation of religious character in Nadwah Kindergarten has so far been running but has not been optimal through several habits that have been carried out, this is due to the different backgrounds of each family. Through the habit of saying hello to parents and teachers when saying goodbye and coming, then when entering the class, so far it has been going well. Dhuha prayer is performed once a month, but for memorizing the readings of obligatory prayers and ablution there is and memorizing short letters An-nas to At-takasur. 2). The role of Islamic education-based schools in the formation of religious character in kindergarten is very important because at this stage children are in a period of character formation that is very vulnerable and has a major influence on their development in the future. 3). these supporting and inhibiting factors and taking the necessary steps to strengthen children's character education. Collaboration between all stakeholders, including teachers, school staff, parents, and the community, is also important in building an environment that supports the formation of positive character for children in kindergarten.

This article contains an analysis of emotional intelligence in children aged 5 to 10 years, this study aims to find out more about the development of children in their emotional intelligence, which is also related to literacy. Because literacy is an influence on hearing, understanding children's thoughts, and it will affect their emotional intelligence. And the problems in the influence of literacy on children's emotional intelligence include difficulties in controlling emotions, the impact of the social and cultural environment, and limitations in understanding literacy that can hinder emotional development. In addition, the lack of support from parents is also a significant factor. This study uses qualitative methods that can allow researchers to explore children's experiences, views, and feelings in depth. In the context of literacy and emotional intelligence, researchers can find out how children feel and interpret their emotions and how literacy plays a role in the process. Through reading and discussing emotions, children can improve their understanding of themselves and others, develop empathy, and improve communication skills and emotional management. By integrating literacy and emotional intelligence into education and everyday life, we can help children develop the skills needed to interact positively and manage their emotions effectively.

This study examines the opportunities and challenges in entrepreneurship of English courses for children in Indonesia, focusing on crucial issues such as fierce competition, limited resources, and changes in education policies. The main problem identified is the difficulty of course institutions in attracting parents' attention and retaining qualified teachers. This research aims to provide in-depth insight into market dynamics and strategies that entrepreneurs can apply. The research method used is a demographic study with data collection through questionnaires and semi-structured interviews. The results show that despite the high demand for English language courses, challenges such as competition and resource constraints must be faced with innovation and effective collaboration. The conclusion of this study emphasizes the importance of adaptation and development of appropriate programs to improve the competitiveness of course institutions.

the role of Posyandu (Integrated Service Post) in Hamlet III Sei Glugur Village in supporting community health programs, especially for mothers and children. Posyandu provides various activities such as immunizations, health education, and monitoring children's growth and development, which facilitates community access to basic health services. Even though there is enthusiasm and positive benefits felt by the community, especially young mothers, the main challenge faced is the lack of public awareness. This research recommends improving facilities, cadre training, and support from the government and community to increase Posyandu participation and effectiveness.

The program Smart Saving Education: Building Financial Habits Among Elementary Students of SDN 168 Sinar Bhakti Village was conducted as part of the 34th Community Service Program (KKN) by Universitas Baturaja. This activity aimed to enhance financial literacy among elementary school students from an early age. The main problem identified is the low awareness among children regarding the importance of saving and prudent money management. This program employed an interactive socialization method involving visual aids, educational games, and group discussions to facilitate understanding. The activity was conducted in a one-day session involving 40 students from grades 4, 5, and 6 of SDN 168 Sinar Bhakti. The results indicated improved understanding among students about the importance of saving, as reflected in their ability to explain the benefits of saving, prioritize needs, and create simple plans to save money. Moreover, most students expressed high enthusiasm to start saving independently. The activity also fostered a culture of discussion among students, teachers, and parents regarding basic financial management. These findings indicate that interactive education approaches are effective in fostering good financial habits among children. This program is expected to be a starting point for the sustainable development of financial literacy among younger generations.

This study focuses on developing the traditional Kemojo cake by enhancing its protein content using locally sourced ingredients available in Kelurahan Melebung. Traditionally known as a carbohydrate- and fat-rich delicacy, Kemojo has been innovated by incorporating protein-rich ingredients such as nuts, seed-based flours, and other local protein sources. The use of local materials aims not only to improve the cake's nutritional value but also to utilize natural resources, support food security, and boost the local economy by promoting healthier food products. This initiative seeks to introduce Kemojo as a more nutritious traditional food alternative suitable for all age groups, including children, adolescents, and the elderly, who require higher protein intake. The improved nutritional value can play a significant role in addressing daily nutritional needs and reducing malnutrition, particularly in vulnerable regions. Additionally, utilizing local ingredients contributes to strengthening the local economy by empowering farmers and supporting food processing industries based on regional resources.

Teachers are the most important component in the learning process in education. However, many students are not interested and bored during the learning process; some even fall asleep after being promised something. Students' ability to understand learning materials is influenced by various internal and environmental variables. Helping students in learning will have a negative impact on their development and quality of life in the future if not managed properly by parents and teachers. Therefore, parents, schools, and instructors all contribute to helping children overcome their challenges. Teachers have an important influence in the lives of their students. Thus, this diagnostic seeks to identify the root causes of students' learning challenges and identify solutions. This study aims to (1) identify factors that cause learning difficulties, (2) identify procedures and techniques for analyzing learning difficulties diagnosis, (3) determine the location of students' learning challenges or problems, and (4) help students who experience learning difficulties. Data collection was carried out using two techniques, namely observation of the teaching and learning process (PBM) and the student environment, as well as interviews with parents and instructors. According to the results of the study, students were less enthusiastic about learning because they were less interested and even tended to be lazy. Some students dislike some subjects because of their inability to understand certain elements. Therefore, such students rarely complete the assignments given and almost never take notes on certain lesson topics. Furthermore, the lack of interest in learning for some students can also be caused by their inability to understand the information that the instructor is trying to convey. This is caused by the failure of teachers to provide detailed examples of how to solve problems, and some teachers even fail to include examples when explaining the lesson content.