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This community service program aims to introduce basic English vocabulary to Kindergarten students through the medium of bilingual songs. The background of this activity is the limitation of interactive learning media and the dominance of traditional methods that are less attractive for early childhood. Bilingual songs were chosen because they have a simple rhythm, easy to remember lyrics, and are able to create a fun and contextual learning atmosphere. The method used is the Participatory Action Learning System approach which includes the preparation stage, flexible action, and reflection. Bilingual songs are inserted at the transition moments of class activities and combined with simple movements to stimulate natural vocabulary acquisition. The results of the observations showed a significant improvement in children's language skills: most students were able to remember new vocabulary, enthusiasm for learning increased, and active participation in singing together was higher. Teachers also reported that the use of bilingual songs helped keep children's attention and created a positive learning atmosphere. Overall, this activity proves that bilingual songs are an effective, fun, and appropriate medium for children's developmental stages to strengthen mastery of basic English vocabulary. This program is recommended to be applied continuously in daily learning activities in kindergarten classrooms.

English literacy at early childhood is a crucial foundation for language development, cognitive growth, and academic readiness. TK Desa Bagi 01, despite its high academic achievements, faces several challenges in teaching English, including a busy daily schedule, limited learning time, and restricted access to interactive learning media. This community service program was designed to address these challenges by introducing English literacy to young learners in a creative and engaging manner while simultaneously enhancing teachers’ skills in employing interactive and contextually relevant teaching media. The program employed several methods: observation of current teaching practices, planning and development of creative learning media such as flashcards, posters, storybooks, and puppets, implementation of learning activities through play-based approaches, and evaluation of student and teacher outcomes. The results indicate a significant increase in student enthusiasm, active participation, and comprehension of basic English vocabulary. Teachers also demonstrated improved creativity and confidence in using various teaching media to support literacy learning. This program shows that English literacy can be effectively fostered in early childhood using simple, locally relevant, and sustainable media. Furthermore, it highlights the importance of teacher development in enhancing the quality of English learning in rural school contexts. Overall, the initiative provides a practical model for integrating interactive English literacy education in early childhood settings with long-term potential for rural education improvement.

The Community Service Program that has been carried out is an English language training program for elementary school students of YPK Werba, West Fakfak District, Fakfak Regency. This training program aims to help elementary school students master basic English well. This program also aims to foster students' interest in learning English. And with this effort, it is hoped that students will be able to improve their ability to master basic English, especially in increasing vocabulary. This activity provides training on English vocabulary lessons such as Animals, Body Parts, Fruits, Things in the Classroom, and Short Expressions (greetings and introductions). The training that was carried out was successful. This is evidenced by the enthusiasm of elementary school students to participate in the activity. The results of the questionnaire showed that they really liked this activity and made it easier for them to develop their vocabulary in English (90%). It is hoped that this activity can have a positive impact in the form of increasing the English language skills of the children participating in the training, so that they can later utilize the knowledge and skills in their lives both now and for their future

This Community Service Program aims to strengthen the basic English language skills of children aged 5-12 in RW 03 Kalibaru, Cilincing, North Jakarta. Initial observations revealed low vocabulary mastery and a lack of confidence in communication among these children. With foreign language literacy rates for primary school-aged children in coastal North Jakarta at only 27.5%, non-formal educational intervention is crucial to support their school learning. As part of a university community service program (KKN), this initiative was carried out over three meetings with 30 children. The method used was Participatory Action Research (PAR), which emphasizes active collaboration between program facilitators and the community. The program's implementation included introducing basic materials such as the alphabet, numbers, colors, and vocabulary related to animals and family members, as well as practicing simple conversations like self-introductions and greetings. The learning methods applied were highly interactive, integrating educational games, songs, visualization, and role-playing. The evaluation, using pre-test and post-test instruments, showed a significant improvement in the participants' understanding. The average initial score increased sharply from 68.5 to 85.7, representing a 17.2-point or approximately 25% increase. This improvement proves the effectiveness of the interactive methods used in strengthening material mastery. Furthermore, the program successfully fostered an inclusive and enjoyable learning environment. A social change was observed in the form of increased self-confidence among the children when using English, a willingness to speak in front of their friends, and positive interactions among participants. Overall, this program not only succeeded in enhancing basic English skills but also fostered social transformation through increased confidence and positive interaction. Although challenges such as varying levels of understanding and limited learning media were encountered.

English reading skill is a fundamental skill that is crucial in education, particularly in today's globalized world. However, many Vocational High School (SMK) students still face challenges in comprehending English texts, stemming from limited vocabulary, limited reading strategies, and a lack of contextual learning. This community service activity was conducted at SMK Swasta Islam (SMKSI) Darul Istiqomah Jember to provide students with basic English reading skill training. The training focused on mastering reading strategies such as skimming, scanning, determining topics, identifying main and supporting ideas, and answering questions using WH-Questions. The implementation method included initial observation, material preparation, interactive lectures, practice exercises, and evaluation. The results showed that the training successfully improved students' ability to comprehend English texts more effectively and efficiently. Furthermore, it increased students' motivation and confidence in reading English texts, and provided an initial understanding of functional texts relevant to the world of work. This activity is expected to be a real contribution in improving the quality of vocational high school students' English literacy and supporting their readiness to face the demands of the global workforce.

The implemetation of this service activity aims to facilitate and assist Marind Papuan children and Marind dropout children to learn the use of English in a fun, interactive and appropriate way for children, train Marind-Papuan children and dropouts to be able to write, read as well as develop their abilities to develop and advance so that they can speak English by using the Bivak Pintar (Pondok) facility which will be used for this activity. This service was carried out at theWasur Kampung, Merauke Distrik. The duration is 7a week through the application of theory and practice with a total number of participants of 35 people. This service is carried out in the form of workshops, training and mentoring., while the methods used in this activity are: (1) provide a handbook that is used during activities that contain material to be studied; (2) providing material, namely providing basic material according to their abilities so that it can help children grow their English learning skills until they understand; (3) provide exercises by explaining and explaining the material after that make questions about the vocabulary that has been explained. The expected results of this dedication are: (1) increased knowledge and understanding of indigenous Papuan children who have dropped out of school about the importance of learning English, and how it can be used in the world of work; (2) improved English writing and reading skills for indigenous Papuan children dropping out of school;

The implemetation of this service activity aims to facilitate and assist Marind Papuan children and Marind dropout children to learn the use of English in a fun, interactive and appropriate way for children, train Marind-Papuan children and dropouts to be able to write, read as well as develop their abilities to develop and advance so that they can speak English by using the Bivak Pintar (Pondok) facility which will be used for this activity. This service was carried out at theWasur Kampung, Merauke Distrik. The duration is 7a week through the application of theory and practice with a total number of participants of 35 people. This service is carried out in the form of workshops, training and mentoring., while the methods used in this activity are: (1) provide a handbook that is used during activities that contain material to be studied; (2) providing material, namely providing basic material according to their abilities so that it can help children grow their English learning skills until they understand; (3) provide exercises by explaining and explaining the material after that make questions about the vocabulary that has been explained. The expected results of this dedication are: (1) increased knowledge and understanding of indigenous Papuan children who have dropped out of school about the importance of learning English, and how it can be used in the world of work; (2) improved English writing and reading skills for indigenous Papuan children dropping out of school;

Bilingual learning in the current era of globalization, especially in English, plays an important role in international communication in various fields such as development, technology, economy, and education. With globalization, the need for English language skills is increasingly felt. The introduction of foreign language education is an important step in answering the demands of the globalization era. The purpose of this study was to determine the interactive process in bilingual learning in students' language skills, creative strategies in bilingual learning in students' language skills, and productivity in bilingual learning in students' language skills at SDI Kreatif The Naff Mojoroto Kediri. This research uses a qualitative approach and descriptive research type. Data collection techniques include observation, interviews, and documentation. Data analysis techniques include data reduction, data presentation, and conclusion drawing. The results of the study explain: The interactive process at SDI Kreatif The Naff Kediri starts with using simple words and phrases to communicate in two languages. In this case, using speakers for vocabulary addition every day, the basic stage of learning alphabets, and the addition of two vocabularies from learning alphabets, as well as one word that they like for each letter of the alphabet. Creative strategies at SDI Kreatif The Naff Kediri in implementing bilingual use strategies such as labeling in each class, students doing recalling and greeting at the end of KBM, and participating in spelling bee competitions and others. The productivity of bilingual learning at SDI Kreatif The Naff Kediri is optimized by using laptop media, participating in study tours, compiling reports, and reading the results of reports in bilingual.

This community service program addresses challenges in mastering basic English vocabulary due to limited learning time, minimal exposure to English, and a lack of varied teaching methods. The "Two Phrases to Grow" program introduces an innovative approach to help students improve their vocabulary and communication skills. Implemented through interactive sessions and consistent daily phrase practice, the program has demonstrated positive impacts on students' vocabulary acquisition and confidence in using English. These findings suggest that simple, continuous methods can foster significant improvement in English proficiency among students in environments with limited access to English resources.

This Community Service aims to introduce English to toddlers at Fina Sembiring Clinic, Medan Polonia District, through a play-based learning approach in 2024. The program utilizes interactive teaching methods that combine educational games, children's songs, and picture stories to create a fun and effective learning environment for the children. By using this strategy, it is expected that children can develop basic English skills, such as vocabulary, pronunciation, and basic comprehension through age-appropriate activities. Active parental participation is also a focus of this program, providing guidelines and brief training to help them continue practicing English at home. The effectiveness of the program is evaluated through direct observation, interviews with parents, and language development tests specifically designed for toddlers. The results of this activity show that the play-based learning approach can increase children's interest and basic English skills. Moreover, active parental involvement proves crucial in supporting the success of this program. In conclusion, this approach not only improves toddlers' English skills but also creates a positive bond between children and parents in the learning process.