The Effectiveness of Developing Children's Critical Thinking Skills (Physical Intervention through Role-Playing Jama’ah Prayer at ABA 3 Kindergarten, Probolinggo City)

Indriana Warih Windasari (STAI Muhammadiyah Probolinggo)
Agustiarini Eka Dheasari
Reza Hilmy Luayyin

Al-ATHFAL: Jurnal Pendidikan Anak AL-ATHFAL: Jurnal Pendidikan Anak
Vol. 6 No. 3 (2025): Juli

This study examines the effectiveness of a physical intervention approach through role-playing group prayer among young children. Conducted as field research at ABA 3 Kindergarten in Probolinggo, the study employs a normative approach with descriptive qualitative methods, focusing on 5–6-year-old participants. Using content analysis, findings reveal: (1) the physical intervention approach is effective in developing critical thinking skills, (2) group prayer provides a relatable context where children learn religious and social values like cooperation and responsibility, (3) physical activity enhances cognitive and physical learning, and (4) role-playing facilitates self-evaluation and decision-making skills in children.