<![CDATA[The play-based method is a learning approach that is highly relevant to the developmental characteristics of young children because it provides opportunities for children to learn through direct experience, exploration, and social interaction. This study aims to analyze the application of the play-based method in early childhood education at RA Tarbiyatus Shibyan and to identify its impact on children’s development and the factors influencing its implementation. The study employed a descriptive qualitative approach, with the research subjects consisting of the school principal, three teachers, and 18 students in Group B. Data were collected through observation, interviews, and documentation, then analyzed through the stages of data reduction, data presentation, and drawing conclusions. The results showed that the play-based method was systematically applied through various educational activities that enhanced children’s engagement and supported their cognitive, language, social-emotional, and motor development. The success of implementation was influenced by teachers’ creativity and school support, while obstacles were related to limited resources and differences in children’s characteristics. The study concluded that the play-based method is an effective learning strategy for supporting early childhood development. ]]>
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