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Stunting remains a chronic nutritional issue in Indonesia, particularly among children under five, affecting cognitive development, physical growth, and the productivity of the younger generation (Ministry of Health, 2023). This community service aims to enhance the role of public administration in promoting policies and programs to combat stunting through education, training, and direct assistance. Activities were conducted in coordination with government officials, health cadres, and local leaders, utilizing local media to raise awareness about nutrition. The results showed a significant increase in community knowledge about stunting and balanced nutrition, with active participation from both officials and residents in the reduction programs. This approach underscores the importance of public administration in fostering sustainable community health initiatives. In parallel, this program also focuses on enhancing community care for orphans through strategies like empathetic communication and social management. Using a participatory and qualitative approach, both the community and orphans were involved in every stage of the activity. The results indicated improved social interactions between the community and orphans, with the children showing positive emotional responses such as comfort and acceptance. The community demonstrated increased participation and responsibility. By integrating empathetic communication with social management, the program successfully enhanced the emotional well-being of orphans and strengthened community solidarity, suggesting a sustainable model for future social care initiatives.

The reproductive health problem of couples of childbearing age remains a significant challenge in Indonesian public health, with interventions that tend to be fragmented and less systematic. This study aims to develop and evaluate a comprehensive reproductive health prevention model based on the WHO Stepwise approach for couples of childbearing age in Makassar City, South Sulawesi. The research design used mixed methods sequential exploratory, starting with a qualitative method through focus group discussion and in-depth interviews with 48 participants to explore contextual factors, then continued with a quasi-experimental design on 320 couples in the intervention and control groups. WHO's Stepwise approach includes three phases: assessment, development, and implementation & evaluation. The thematic analysis identified seven major barriers and five supporting factors in reproductive health. The developed model integrates five components: comprehensive education, youth-friendly services, peer education empowerment, family and community engagement, and policy advocacy. Quasi-experimental results showed significant improvements in knowledge (67.3%), positive attitudes (54.8%), and safe reproductive health practices (43.6%) in the intervention group compared to the control (pfeasibility of the WHO Stepwise-based model as a systematic, evidence-based, and multisectoral framework that can be replicated for sustainable reproductive health prevention programs).

This study aims to introduce the characteristics of bullying as a criminal act through Antic (Anti-Bullying Cards) as an educational medium for teachers and parents. Bullying is a form of violent behavior that can have negative impacts on victims, especially among children and adolescents. Although bullying frequently occurs in schools and homes, public understanding—particularly among teachers and parents—regarding its legal aspects remains limited. Therefore, this study develops Antic as an educational tool to help teachers and parents identify the signs and effects of bullying while providing insights into its legal implications. The medium is designed as interactive cards containing information on the definition of bullying, its various types, and preventive measures. This approach is expected to raise awareness and enhance the knowledge of teachers and parents about their crucial roles in preventing and addressing bullying, thereby fostering a safer environment for children. The study employs a research-based media development method, incorporating product trials with teachers and parents to gather feedback for further refinement of the medium

The development of technology and information has had a significant impact on social changes in Indonesia. Rapidly growing digitalization makes communication and mobilization easier, but on the other hand, it also opens up opportunities for crimes in cyberspace, one of which is cybercrime in the field of decency, also known as Sexual Cybercrime. This phenomenon includes acts such as the distribution of pornography, verbal sexual harassment, child exploitation, and grooming for the purpose of sexual harassment. These crimes not only cause troubling social impacts but also pose a major challenge to law enforcement. In response to this phenomenon, the Indonesian government has adopted legal tools such as the Electronic Information and Transaction Law (ITE Law) and the Pornography Law to regulate and tackle crimes that occur in cyberspace.  This paper highlights the importance of responsive law in the face of social change due to technological advances. The author emphasizes that the existence of adaptive regulations is very important to protect the public from the negative impacts of technology, especially in preventing and handling Sexual Cybercrime. The research method used is normative juridical, employing statutory and case approaches. The research objective is to analyze the response of law in the face of social changes related to Sexual Cybercrime.

The program of efforts to improve the quality of educational facilities and infrastructure services at TKK St. Michael Baobolak, the development of economic literacy in the Maryke Village community aims to improve the quality of educational services at TK St. Michael Baobolak through the provision of facilities and infrastructure that are still inadequate, such as teaching aids, reading books, and play equipment. Thus, it is expected to create a more conducive and enjoyable learning environment for children, and support their optimal growth and development. This study uses a qualitative approach with a descriptive method. Data were collected through direct observation, interviews with related parties such as the principal, teachers, and staff, as well as documentation related to educational facilities and infrastructure at TKK St. Michael Baobolak. The results of the study showed that this program succeeded in improving the quality of educational facilities and infrastructure services at TKK St. Michael Baobolak. On the other hand, the results of this activity have also provided coloring tools and alphabet posters. Coloring tools, such as crayons, colored pencils, and markers, are very important media to stimulate children's creativity. Through coloring activities, children not only train their fine motor skills, but also develop their imagination and ability to express themselves. Meanwhile, alphabet posters serve as effective visual aids to help children recognize letters and build the foundations of reading skills, thus having a positive impact on their well-being.

The author discusses this title on the background that preschool children in the process of learning to read have difficulty understanding reading teaching materials, one of which is about letter recognition because this is a new experience. Based on these problems, the author aims to design/design a reading learning media for preschoolers (kindergarten) based on Multimedia using Adobe Flash. The method used in the research is the research and development (R&D) method, which is a research method used to produce certain products and test the effectiveness of products with Blackbox. The research results of this reading learning media design for preschoolers (kindergarten) are: (1) This reading learning media uses the Luther-Sutopo multimedia development model which is carried out in six stages, namely the concept, design, material collecting, assembly, testing and distribution stages. (2) The final result of this reading learning media design is a compact disk (CD) that can be run using media on a computer and does not require another system to run it.  

This study aims to improve the quality of Qur'an reading through tajwid training in Pasinan Village. The method used is the Asset-Based Community Development (ABCD) approach, which focuses on utilizing the potential of local communities. This training was conducted for one week, with five sessions at the Pasinan Village Hall, involving children from preschool to high school age. This training includes the theory and practice of tajwid science. The results showed a significant increase in the quality of participants' Qur'an reading, which was marked by an increase in understanding of tajwid rules and increased reading skills. The main supporting factors were the enthusiasm of the participants and the harmonious cooperation between the Unsuri Team and the local community, despite the challenges in teaching early childhood children. In conclusion, this tajwid training succeeded in improving the quality of Qur'an reading in Pasinan Village and provided significant benefits to the community

The purpose of Indonesian national education is to educate the nation. Adolescence is a time of crisis where teenagers try to find their identity. Today, the world of education is being hit by very deep concern with the frequent occurrence of juvenile delinquency or what is known as juvenile delinquency which has quite serious impacts on the development of themselves (teenagers) and society. Because delinquency is an anti-social act, violating applicable laws, which is carried out by a person approaching adulthood with his own knowledge which if carried out by an adult is qualified as a crime. News about delinquency is sprayed like bullets on the battlefield and unfortunately the ones who are always hit by insults are the schools, in fact, it is not uncommon for the public to assume that the low quality of student behavior or personality is due to the school's inability to control the psyche of its students. In this case, we learn about what types of delinquency are carried out by teenagers, the factors that influence teenagers to commit delinquency and how schools try to overcome this delinquency. The purpose of this study was to determine the forms of juvenile delinquency, factors that influence juvenile delinquency and school efforts in overcoming juvenile delinquency. To obtain accurate data, the author uses qualitative descriptive research, namely by using the method of describing and analyzing research results without using calculation formulas, while in obtaining data the author uses direct observation, interviews with informants, and documentation. From the data obtained, it explains that the real state of juvenile delinquency (students) is still relatively common and not dangerous such as playing truant, coming late to school, not doing homework, making noise and so on. Factors that influence juvenile delinquency are often caused by lack of parental attention (broken home), the influence of playmates and from themselves because they are lazy and afraid of teachers. Then regarding the data obtained as an effort by the school to overcome juvenile delinquency (students), including cooperation with parents and the community and providing educational punishment. In addition, it also creates a commitment to all teachers to always remind every student who commits any form of violation. As a suggestion that must be done in overcoming juvenile delinquency is that parents, schools and the community should create a conducive environment, provide services and motivate teenagers to always fill their free time with positive activities. Establish interactions between students and teachers as harmoniously as possible. There needs to be self-introspection of the Teaching and Learning Activities carried out by teachers and students (teenagers). Parents are expected to pay attention to their children's daily activities and try to direct them to activities that bring benefits.

This study examines pitch variations in English sentences spoken by two non-native children from Ethiopia and Somalia, using. The research focuses on declarative, imperative, and interrogative sentence types, analyzing pitch frequency across these sentence forms. The participants were a 5-year-old Ethiopian boy and a 9-year-old Somalian boy, were recorded, and their pitch data were analyzed for beginning, highest, lowest, and final frequencies. The results indicate that the Somalian boy exhibited greater pitch variation, particularly in declarative sentences, while the Ethiopian boy demonstrated more consistency. In imperative sentences, the Ethiopian boy showed slightly wider variation, while in interrogative sentences, the Somalian boy ended with a higher pitch. The differences in pitch usage suggest influences from age, language background, and individual speaking habits. This research contributes to understanding pitch use in young multilingual English learners and their linguistic development.

In the current era of globalization, advances in information media and technology are felt by almost all levels of society. One manifestation of technological development is smartphones. Smartphones really attract children's attention and interest, so they are one of the factors in increasing the percentage of children using smartphones. A very sensitive period of child development is the age of 1-5 years, so it is often called the golden age. The aim of this Community Service is to increase knowledge and understanding about the importance of the role of parents at home in limiting the use of smartphones so that children can achieve their growth and development process. This activity is carried out in the form of Health Education through counseling, lectures, discussions and questions and answers (counseling). The target of the activity was parents (mothers) whose children attended the One Roof Kindergarten in Ketompen Village, totaling 41 participants. The material provided is about the impact of smartphone use (Positive and Negative) and how parents monitor smartphone use through the 3 P method which includes Understanding, Limiting and Controlling. The result of this activity was that the majority of participants knew and understood how to supervise children when using smartphones.

This research aims to explore the implementation of an English extracurricular program as an initial foreign language for children aged 4-5 years at TK Muslimat NU 200 Kureksari. Through this program, it is expected that children can be introduced to English in a fun, interactive, and developmentally appropriate manner. This study uses a qualitative method with a case study approach. Data were collected through observation, interviews, and document analysis. The results of the research show that the English extracurricular program is capable of improving children's language skills, although several challenges in its implementation remain, especially related to teaching methods and limited time.

The series Cinta Pertama Ayah addresses the issue of sexual violence and depicts the struggle of parents in protecting their children and providing the best parenting according to their perspectives. This research aims to represent various forms of parenting styles and reveal the denotative, connotative, and mythical meanings contained in the series Cinta Pertama Ayah. Utilizing Roland Barthes semiotic analysis to uncover the meaning of signs in the series, this research is also reinforced by Santrock's theory of parenting. The research method used is descriptive qualitative, with observation, interviews, and literature study as data collection techniques. The results show that parents who adopt an authoritarian parenting style tend to make children secretly violate the rules given. Conversely, parents who adopt a democratic parenting style tend to make children more open and communicative. Different from permissive parenting, where children feel freer but often struggle to control themselves due to the lack or leniency of restrictions given. This research provides in-depth insights into how various parenting approaches can influence child development in the context of the series.

This study aims to desribe speech difficulties n children aged 4-5 years at TK Al-Khairat Kindergarten, Gorontalo City. The researcher employed a qualitative research method focusing on the speech diffuculties experienced by children. The study subjects were three children and their parents at TK Al-Khairat Kindergarten in Gorontalo City, Data was collected through interviews and documentation. Data analysis was conducted through data reducation, data ranging from poor arculation to difficulties in understanding and using vocabulary. The causes influencing these difficulties include motor speech disorders such as apraxia, lack of supportive social interactions, and familly communication patterns. These speech difficulties significantly impact the children’s social-emosional development, such as low self-concept and difficulties building social-emotional development, such as low self-concept and difficulties building social relationship. The study highlights the importance of early detection and appropriate intervention to help children overcome speech difficulties, ultimately supporting their social, emotional, and academic development.

Toddlers are children aged 12-59 months, this period is characterized by a very rapid growth and development process and is accompanied by changes that require greater amounts of nutrients. The impact of malnutrition is very complex, children can experience problems with mental, social, cognitive and growth development. This research was to determine the risk factors for malnutrition in toddlers aged 12-59 months in Bawodobara Village, Telukdalam District, South Nias Regency. This research uses an analytical observational method with a case control approach. The population of this study were all toddlers aged 12-59 months, the sample size in this study used a ratio of 1:1. The sample size was 64 toddlers, consisting of the case group, which was malnourished, 32 toddlers and the control group, which was not malnourished, 32 toddlers. The sample was taken using a purposive sampling method with the chi square test and odds ratio. Research shows that there is a risk of maternal knowledge in the incidence of malnutrition in toddlers with p-value = 0.018 < 0.05 and OR 4.333, family income p-value = 0.001 < 0.05 and OR 11.667, history of infectious disease p-value = 0.002 < 0.05 and OR 6.943, and food intake p-value = 0.000 < 0.05 and OR 81,000. It is suggested that it is necessary to strive to increase knowledge about nutrition for toddlers by health workers by providing outreach such as distributing leaflets or brochures and using media such as providing shows about the importance of nutrition for toddlers to prevent malnourished toddlers.

Indonesia has a variety of traditional Nusantara cakes that are not only unique, but also appetizing. However, along with the development of the times, traditional Nusantara cakes are increasingly rare. Only a handful of sellers are still loyal to selling these snacks. One of the reasons for the decline in the popularity of these traditional cakes is the growing perception among the public, especially children, who consider these cakes "old-fashioned." Many elementary school-aged children are now more interested in modern snacks, such as donuts, cakes, or candy, than traditional cakes such as klepon, onde-onde, or layered cakes. Therefore, this study aims to design a board game as a fun and educational interactive media, with the hope of introducing and preserving traditional Nusantara cakes to children aged 8-11 years. The methods used in this study include an in-depth analysis of relevant traditional cakes, development of game mechanics that are appropriate to the target age, and prototype trials to see children's responses and involvement in this game. Thus, this research is expected to provide a significant contribution to efforts to preserve culture while promoting a deeper understanding of the culinary richness of the archipelago among the younger generation, so that this tradition can continue to be passed down from one generation to the next.

This Professional Ability Development Program (PKP) aims to improve the fine motor skills of early childhood through folding, sticking, and coloring activities at TK 'Aisyiyah Bustanul Athfal 25 Medan. Fine motor skills, such as cutting, sticking, and coloring, are very important for the development of eye-hand coordination and prepare children for their academic and daily skills. This study used a descriptive method with a classroom action-based approach, where activities were carried out for three weeks from July 15 to July 29, 2024. The study participants consisted of 40 children divided into age groups of 4-6 years. The results of the study showed a significant increase in children's fine motor skills after participating in this program. Most children were able to show improvements in terms of accuracy and neatness in using tools such as scissors, glue, and colored pencils. In addition, children's enthusiasm and involvement in activities also increased. However, some children need more intensive guidance in developing their fine motor skills. Learning that integrates games and creative activities has been shown to be effective in helping children develop their fine motor skills. In conclusion, the implementation of PKP not only has a positive impact on improving children's fine motor skills, but also provides a fun and interesting learning experience for them. Thus, this program can be used as a model in developing basic skills for early childhood in other preschool educational institutions.

This study aims to evaluate the implementation of Festival Anak Sholeh at Yayasan Perguruan Ar Rahman Misriadi, which focuses on increasing students' creativity and self-confidence in the religious field. The method used in this research is a qualitative approach with a descriptive design, which involves observation, interviews, and documentation. The research subjects consisted of religious teachers who acted as trainers and students from Madrasah Tsanawiyah (MTs) and Madrasah Ibtidaiyah (MI) levels. The results showed that the festival succeeded in increasing the spirit of learning religion, developing students' interests and talents in religion, and strengthening their self-confidence. Students were very enthusiastic in participating in various competitions, such as adhan and short verse recitation competitions, which were carried out in a structured manner with full support from the school. Nevertheless, this study also identified some constraints, such as limited space, lack of teacher participation in guiding students, and technical problems related to equipment. These constraints indicate the need for improvement in the implementation of the festival in the future so that it can be more optimal in achieving its goals. Thus, the Festival Anak Sholeh is not only a competition event, but also a means of strengthening character and Islamic values among students. This research provides recommendations for improvements in various aspects of the implementation of the festival so that it can be more effective in supporting the development of students' potential in the religious field.

Early childhood education aims to develop motor, affective and life skills, not just creativity. Early age is a golden period that requires appropriate stimulation to optimize growth and development. One challenge is the development of fine motor skills, such as the ability to grasp at the age of 3-4 years (Antara, 2019). Loose parts media helps hone creativity and motor skills, as well as supports logic and concentration (Nurfadilah et al., 2020). To motivate children, the token economy technique is used, namely giving temporary prizes such as coins that can be exchanged (Hackenberg, 2018). This program is entitled: "Improving Fine Motor Skills for Children Aged 3-4 Years Using Loose Parts Media with the Token Economy Technique." This study used quantitative research methods with a Pre-Experimental experimental design, using Saturated Sampling techniques. Subject D experienced an increase in fine motor skills of 5 points after three interventions, from Pre-Test 4 to Post-Test 9.

This community service program aims to build religious awareness in the community through Maghrib Tilawah activities at the At-Takwa Mosque, Baru Village, Asahan Regency. This program focuses on children and adolescents, with the aim of getting them used to reading the Qur'an after Maghrib prayers. In this activity, participants are accompanied by ustadz and Community Service (KKN) students who provide guidance on tajwid and correct reading. In addition to improving the ability to read the Qur'an, this activity also teaches Islamic moral values ​​and behavior through short lectures delivered after the tilawah session. Based on the results of observations, this activity succeeded in attracting the active participation of around 30 participants each night. The positive impact can be seen from the increase in the ability to read the Qur'an and changes in the behavior of participants who become more religious. Some challenges in implementing the program include fluctuations in the number of participants and the need for extra guidance for children who still have limitations in reading the Qur'an. With continuous evaluation and adjustment, this program is expected to continue to contribute to increasing religious awareness in the community, as well as creating a strong foundation for the future Qur'anic generation.

This article is Building Simple Everyday Economic Knowledge for Children in Gongsol Village aims to equip children with basic economic skills that are relevant to everyday life. Teaching concepts such as saving, money management, production, and distribution of goods at an early age provides an important foundation for the development of financial and cooperation skills. Children are involved in practical activities such as making piggy banks from recycled materials and participating in productive activities that teach the values ​​of hard work and economics. In addition to improving understanding of economics, this program also develops character, discipline, responsibility, and interpersonal skills such as negotiation and leadership. Increasing children's motivation to learn is another significant result of this program, with varied learning methods that encourage them to participate more actively. It is hoped that the economic knowledge that is taught from an early age can help children in Gongsol Village to be wiser in managing their resources, building a more independent future, and contributing to the welfare of their village in a sustainable manner.