Pengaruh Kesulitan Membaca terhadap Kepercayaan Diri Anak Usia 6–12 Tahun dalam Berkomunikasi: Studi di Desa Lau Dendang, Kecamatan Percut Sei Tuan, Kabupaten Deli Serdang

Adam Elvano Tambunan
Dedek Fadilla Tri Julianta Tarigan
Nurul Afifah
Estefanie Lamtiur Gultom
Nazwa Alya Fasya
Sany Klara Nainggolan
Zaskia Aisyah
Grace Zippora Sembiring
Lina Margaret
Fauzi Kurniawan
Anifah Pilliang

Didaktik : Jurnal Ilmiah PGSD STKIP Subang
Vol. 12 No. 01 (2026): Volume 12 No. 01, Maret 2026 Published

This qualitative descriptive study examines how reading difficulties influence self‑confidence in classroom communication among children aged 6–12 in Desa Lau Dendang. Using purposive sampling (n = 12), data were collected through classroom observation, semi‑structured interviews with students and teachers, and documentation of reading activities. Thematic analysis identified three main themes: reduced oral participation, reading anxiety manifesting as avoidance behaviors, and the mitigating role of teacher and parental support. Practical recommendations include targeted remedial reading, structured speaking opportunities, and family‑school collaboration to strengthen both literacy and communicative confidence.