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Early childhood health is an important aspect that must be maintained consistently, especially in preventing the spread of infectious diseases. One simple but effective way to maintain health is through the habit of washing hands with soap (CTPS) properly. This Community Service (PKM) activity aims to provide education and familiarize children with the correct CTPS behavior at Darma Wanita Persatuan Sidodadi Kindergarten, Taman District, Sidoarjo Regency. The methods used in this activity include interactive counseling, explanation of how to wash hands properly based on WHO steps, and direct practice involving children and teachers. The results of the activity showed an increase in children's understanding of the importance of washing hands and skills in doing CTPS properly. It is hoped that this habit can be continued by the school and parents as part of preventive efforts in maintaining children's health.

Discipline character education in early childhood refers to instilling obedience to rules at home, school, and in society for children aged 0–6 years. This education serves as a crucial foundation for shaping future generations. This study aims to examine the implementation of traffic ethics education for young children, the strategies used, and influencing factors at Al-Anshor Islamic Kindergarten Palembang in the 2023/2024 Academic Year. A qualitative descriptive method was employed, involving two teachers (Class A and B) as the main data sources. Data were collected through observation, interviews, and documentation. The findings reveal that the strategy for teaching traffic ethics includes: (1) Planning, by integrating traffic ethics indicators into RKM and RPPH; (2) Implementation, through integration in learning activities, school culture, and daily routines; and (3) Evaluation, conducted in conjunction with other learning assessments. The character values fostered through this process include self-confidence, discipline, and responsibility. These findings suggest that incorporating traffic ethics education into early childhood learning can effectively instill discipline, contributing positively to children's character development and awareness of civic responsibility from an early age.

This study aims to determine the effect of puppet media on oral language skills in children aged 5-6 years at Al-Anshor Islamic Kindergarten Palembang. This research method is the Experimental Method. This experimental method is a method that seeks influence on something between cause and effect carried out by researchers. This researcher uses the Pre Experimental Design type with One Group Pretest-Posttest Designs. The population of this study was 13 children in group B at Al-Anshor Islamic Kindergarten Palembang. The observations that researchers use with the determination to determine the influence of group B children aged 5-6 years at Al-Anshor Islamic Kindergarten Palembang. Based on the results of the research and discussion that has been carried out, there has been an increase in oral language skills in children. It can be said that in this study there is a significant influence given puppet activities, this is shown in the post-test experiment using story books. Before the puppet activities were implemented, children who had low fine motor development abilities were 3 children, while those with moderate scores were 10 children. After the wayang activity was implemented, 6 children had a high score or developed very well in their language skills, while 4 children had motor development skills that developed according to expectations, and only 3 children had a starting to develop score, which means that after being given treatment, children's fine motor development increased compared to before the treatment, and the Wayang activity was to improve the language skills of early childhood.  

This study discusses the implementation of flag ceremonies at Taman Kanak-Kanak Muslimat NU Bunga Harapan Lamongan and its impact on developing children's self-confidence. The flag ceremony is a formal ritual involving the raising of the national flag, conducted regularly in various educational institutions. This research employs a descriptive qualitative approach to depict the phenomena and social interactions within the ceremony activities. Data collection methods include observation, semi-structured interviews, and documentation. The findings indicate that engaging children as alternating officers during flag ceremonies can enhance their self-confidence. Children feel proud and happy when chosen by teachers to perform these roles, contributing to their character development and independence. Therefore, the application of flag ceremonies in educational settings positively influences children's personality formation

The purpose of this journal is because there are still many kindergartens/RAs that do not fully understand the management of learning environments. This paper aims to understand and describe the findings of observations conducted at RA An-Nur Babalan regarding the management system of learning environments. Based on the findings of the study, RA An-Nur Babalan has successfully implemented a learning environment system. The stages of this research are descriptive qualitative research, where researchers try to describe and explain the object of research according to existing knowledge. The methods used in this study are observation and interviews. The data that has been collected is then analyzed through several steps, namely data collection, data reduction, data analysis, and conclusions. The findings of this study indicate that RA An-Nur Babalan can create a learning environment that involves students (invites them into the classroom), encourages them to be independent, and has implemented the process of using the learning environment, as well as applying several principles of the learning environment. This study can be used to support the idea that the learning process, which includes teaching students about their social, emotional, and intellectual environments, has a general purpose of providing a means for them to engage in various activities.

The Influence of Busybook Media on Letter Recognition Ability in Group B Children at Aster Kindergarten, Molosipat W Village, Kota Barat District, Gorontalo City. Early Childhood Education Teacher Education. Principal Supervisor I: Drs. Yakob Napu, M.Pd; Co-Supervisor II: Sri Wahyuningsi Laiya, S.Pd, M.Pd. This study aims to determine the effect of Busybook media on the letter recognition ability of Group B children at Aster Kindergarten, Molosipat W Village, West City District, Gorontalo City. This research used a quantitative approach with an experimental one-group pretest-posttest design. The sampling technique applied was purposive sampling, and data collection methods include tests and observation, where children’s letter recognition abilities were measured before and after the treatment using Busybook media. The instrument used in this study to assess letter recognition ability based on three indicators. The subjects of this study were children aged 5-6 years, with a sample size of 15 children. Data analysis results indicated a significant increase in children's letter recognition ability after the implementation of Busybook media. The t-test yielded a significance value of 0.000 with α = 0.05; since the significance value from the t-test is smaller than α (0.000 < 0.05), the null hypothesis (H0) was rejected, and the alternative hypothesis (H1) was accepted. It can be concluded that Busybook media has an effect on children's letter recognition ability and can be considered an effective teaching method in early childhood education. Keywords: Busybook Media, Letter Recognition Ability

The importance of traditional games in providing character education and positive moral values for children's growth, especially in developing gross motor skills. Initial observations showed that children's gross motor skills were still low due to a lack of interest in traditional games and teachers had not found the right method. This study aims to describe the description of children's gross motor skills before and after being given the game engklek. Using a quantitative approach with a pre-experimental method and pretest-posttest design, the research was conducted on 9 children aged 5-6 years at Mekar Mentari Gemilang Kindergarten. Data was collected through observation, interviews, and checklists. The results showed a significant increase in children's gross motor skills after being given the cranklek game Treatment, with an average pre-test score of 4.33 increasing to 8.00 in the post-test. The findings imply that traditional cricket games are effective in stimulating children's gross motor development.

Character development is an important part of the learning process in AUD. The study was conducted using qualitative descriptive techniques with sources from interview results, documentation, and observation . The purpose of the study focused on the development of children's character through classroom management strategies located in Pertiwi DWP Kindergarten, Wonosobo Regency. The learning process is not limited to the level of knowledge, but is also optimal in conveying character values in AUD. The good or bad character-based classroom management has an impact on the effectiveness of character development carried out by teachers. The results of the study showed that teachers carried out classroom management strategies by setting class rules , building positive relationships , modeling good behavior, giving appreciation to children , carrying out reflection activities. Based on the results of the implementation of classroom management, teachers are able to develop positive characters, namely discipline, responsibility, empathy, honesty and self-confidence.

Dental and oral health problems in early childhood in Indonesia are still a serious concern. This study aims to determine the effect of audiovisual media on improving the knowledge and skills of brushing teeth of early childhood in An-Nahl Kindergarten, Jambi City. The research method used a quasi-experimental design with a one group pretest-posttest design. The sample of this study was 40 children aged 4-5 years, taken using a total sampling technique. The research instruments included a knowledge questionnaire and an observation sheet for brushing teeth skills. The results showed a significant increase in knowledge scores from 3.03 to 7.33 and skills from 2.43 to 6.80 after being given an intervention in the form of audiovisual media. In conclusion, audiovisual media is effective in improving the knowledge and skills of brushing teeth of early childhood.

Dental and oral health problems are still a major challenge for early childhood, especially due to the lack of knowledge and skills in brushing teeth properly. This study aims to determine the effect of the snakes and ladders game as an educational method in improving the knowledge and skills of brushing teeth of early childhood at Ar-Rahimah Kindergarten, Jambi City. This study used a quantitative method with a quasi-experimental one group pretest-posttest design. The research sample was 40 Ar-Rahimah Kindergarten students. The research instruments were knowledge questionnaires and skill observation sheets. The intervention given was a snakes and ladders game that had been modified with educational content related to dental health, accompanied by a demonstration using a tooth phantom. Analysis using the Wilcoxon Signed Ranks Test showed that there was a significant effect between before and after treatment on knowledge (p = 0.000) and skills (p = 0.000). The conclusion of this study is that the snakes and ladders game media can improve the knowledge and skills of brushing teeth of early childhood. It is recommended that the use of snakes and ladders game media can be used as an innovative approach in children's dental health education.

Inclusive education is a strategic approach in the national education system that aims to provide equal opportunities for all children, including children with special needs, to obtain quality education without discrimination. This study aimed to identify and analyse teachers' strategies in creating a pleasant learning environment for children with disabilities at Gamaliel Kindergarten in Palu, a private Christian value-based school that implements inclusive education. Through a descriptive qualitative approach, data was collected through observation, in-depth interviews and documentation. The results showed that teachers play a central role as facilitators, mentors and creators of an adaptive, contextualised and characterised learning atmosphere. The strategies used include adjusting learning methods, applying the values of love and acceptance, and utilising learning media that are interesting and friendly to children with disabilities. Despite facing challenges such as limited training and facilities, teachers at Gamaliel Kindergarten continue to create a conducive and inclusive learning space. The findings are expected to contribute to the development of inclusive education practices in Indonesia, especially in building child-friendly schools that uphold the values of justice and equality in learning.

The development of reading interest in early childhood plays a crucial role in shaping cognitive and language abilities. This research aims to explore teacher strategies in fostering reading interest among young children through the implementation of creative reading corners. This qualitative descriptive study was conducted in a kindergarten setting using observation, interviews, and documentation techniques. The findings show that teachers utilize various strategies such as thematic storytelling, interactive reading sessions, and personalized reading spaces to attract children's attention. The creative reading corner is designed with colorful visuals, age-appropriate books, and engaging media to stimulate curiosity. These efforts significantly contribute to increasing children’s enthusiasm for reading and enhancing their literacy skills. The implication of this study highlights the importance of teacher innovation in designing stimulating reading environments to develop lifelong reading habits from an early age.

This study investigates the effect of picture stories on enhancing the narrative skills of kindergarten children. The background of this research is rooted in the crucial role of narrative ability in early childhood language development, which can be stimulated through engaging learning media. The objective is to examine how the use of picture stories contributes to improvements in children's ability to construct and tell coherent stories. A quasi-experimental method with a pretest-posttest control group design was employed. The participants consisted of 30 kindergarten children, divided into an experimental group receiving picture story interventions and a control group with conventional storytelling. Data were collected through observational rubrics and analyzed using paired and independent sample t-tests. The findings reveal a significant increase in narrative ability in the experimental group compared to the control group. These results suggest that picture stories are effective in fostering young children’s narrative competence. The study implies that early childhood educators should integrate picture stories into learning activities to support children's language development.

This study aims to examine the application of role play techniques in developing communication skills in early childhood. Communication is a fundamental ability that supports children's social and emotional development. This research used a qualitative descriptive method involving observations, interviews, and documentation of role play activities conducted in a kindergarten setting. The results showed that role play techniques significantly contributed to enhancing children's verbal and non-verbal communication skills. Children became more confident in expressing ideas, engaging in conversations, and understanding social cues. The role play method provided a safe and imaginative environment where children could practice communication naturally. The implications of this study suggest that educators should incorporate role play as a routine activity to stimulate the development of communication skills in early childhood education..

This research is to find out a basic picture of the level of development Gross Motor Skill Activities  Grade IV students at SDN 6 Demuk, Pucanglaban District, Tulungagung Regency. Because this is another research, this research was carried out on a smaller scale at SDN 6 Demuk, Pucanglaban District, Tulungagung Regency. It is hoped that this research can serve as a guide for other researchers to conduct similar research at the national level. The reason for choosing elementary school students over preschool children is because elementary school students are easier to manage than preschool students. Thus, selecting younger and more beneficial primary school students. Gross Motor Skill Activities (GMSA) is a basic movement pattern to support more complex movements in sports and daily activities. Where elementary school age children, both PAUD, Kindergarten and Elementary School, really enjoy moving, whether playing sports or daily activities. In this research the author used a descriptive quantitative approach and research techniques used survey methods. Where all students will be evaluated with Test of Gross Motor Development-2 (TGMD-2). From a sample of 40 students consisting of 23 male students and 17 female students from 2 classes A and B. The following data was obtained: 23 male students obtained a percentage of 80.38%, 17 female students obtained a percentage of 80.14%, where these results can be categorized as very high for male students and high for female students. So it can be concluded that the level of development Gross Motor Skill Activities  class students at SDN 6 Demuk, Pucanglaban District, Tulungagung Regency for the 2023/2024 Academic Year can be said to be high.

Teachers in education play a significant role in the quality of classroom learning. Although teachers are not the only factor influencing educational success, they are an essential component of the overall educational process. This study aims to assist teachers in improving basic literacy and STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Mathematics) skills in early childhood education at the RA Al-Mahir Foundation. The research seeks to explore the improvement of basic literacy and STEAM in early childhood learning, the stages and implementation of these improvements, and the challenges teachers face in enhancing literacy and STEAM at the foundation. The subjects of this study were classroom teachers and school principals. This research adopts a descriptive qualitative approach, collecting data through observation, interviews, and documentation. The results show that there are two key aspects: first, teacher performance in improving basic literacy and STEAM at the RA Al-Mahir Foundation has been excellent, particularly through the use of methods like reading, singing, and experimental play. Second, the activities aimed at improving literacy and STEAM have been effective and well implemented. The learning process at the RA Al-Mahir Foundation is running smoothly, with teachers successfully increasing children's interest in literacy and STEAM. This includes improved reading interest, focus during reading and experimental activities, politeness in the learning process, and good behavior, all contributing to a positive learning environment.

.The process of independence in early childhood is crucial for their development, especially in Kindergarten (TK) environments. However, the phenomenon of sibling rivalry often affects this development. This study aims to examine the relationship between sibling rivalry and independence development in early childhood at TK Islam Sultan Agung 4 Semarang. This study employed a quantitative design with a cross-sectional approach, and a sample was taken using total sampling techniques involving 74 respondents. Instruments were used to measure sibling rivalry and independence development. Data analysis was performed through univariate and bivariate analysis with Somers' d test. The results showed that the majority of respondents were male (42 people) and most were 5 years old. In addition, 61 respondents experienced high levels of sibling rivalry, while 44 respondents showed low levels of independence. Bivariate testing produced a ρ-Value of 0.413, indicating no significant relationship between sibling rivalry and independence development, with an r-value of -0.119 indicating a very weak relationship. These findings indicate that other factors, such as limited sampling, parental upbringing patterns, socio-economic conditions, and environmental influences, may also influence the results. Therefore, further research with a larger sample and considering external factors is recommended to obtain more comprehensive results.

Cases of exposing sex are becoming increasingly common, not only attacking adults but also attacking minors. This research examines how to increase self-awareness in children by using the principles of playing seek and hide or playing hide and seek to overcome cases of sexual disclosure in early childhood (Kindergarten group). The subjects involved in this research were 16 children at Kindergarten Kartika 1-57 Bukittinggi aged 4-6 years. The research method used was experimental with a one group pretest posttest design. The results obtained in this research were that the Selinda program was proven to be effective in increasing self-awareness in students at Kindergarten Kartika 1-57 Bukittinggi.

The process of learning movement in TKA Al-Mukarromah and KOBER Al-Hasanah is a bit monotonous and tends to make students feel bored because games or learning movement such as gymnastics are only given the same. Such conditions are caused by the lack of knowledge of teachers in movement training materials, or games that contain motor elements. Based on this, it is very important for teachers in these schools to know how to teach good and correct movement to their students so that the movement given provides benefits. The objectives of this activity are: 1) Opening the insights of teachers in increasing scientific insight, 2) Providing counseling on motor movement material and how to convey movement material to students so that they do not get bored, and 3) Practicing together doing movement exercises for kindergarten children. The Community Scheme (PbM-KM) activity method is implemented in 4 stages, namely: 1) Coordinating with TKA Al-Mukarromah and KOBER Al-Hasanah, 2) Providing counseling on children's motor skills, 3) Practicing how to do good and correct motor exercises for kindergarten children, 4) Monitoring and evaluating the activities that have been carried out.

Health education in early childhood is an important step to establish a healthy lifestyle from a young age. One simple habit that needs to be taught is washing hands properly, especially before eating. This activity was carried out at Wadi Fatimah Kindergarten, Cirebon, to introduce and educate children about the importance of maintaining personal hygiene. The habit of washing hands properly is an effective step in preventing the spread of diseases, such as diarrhea and respiratory infections.This counseling teaches the steps of proper handwashing, such as wetting the hands, rubbing the palms and backs of the hands, cleaning between the fingers, rubbing the nails, cleaning the thumbs, and rinsing the hands thoroughly. To make it more interesting, the methods used include educational games and interactive videos, making it easier for children to understand and remember.The activities are designed to be child-friendly with simple language and interesting illustrations. Children are given the opportunity to practice directly, while parents and teachers are involved so that this habit can be applied at home and school. With this counseling, it is hoped to create a generation that is aware of the importance of hygiene, so that the overall health of the community can improve.