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Atfaluna: Journal of Islamic Early Childhood Education
ISSN : 26558572     EISSN : 26558009     DOI : -
Core Subject : Education,
Focus and Scope of Atfaluna: Journal of Islamic Early Childhood Education is research, study and analysis related to early childhood include; development of moral and religious values, physical motor development, emotional social development, cognitive development, language development, artistic and creative development, parenting, parenting, management institution of early childhood education, early child development assessment, child development psychology, child empowerment, ,learning strategy, Educational tool play, instructional media, innovation in early childhood education and various fields related to Early Childhood Education.
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Articles 153 Documents
Parents' Understanding of the Balanced Nutrition Guidelines by Indonesia's Ministry of Health: A Case Study at Almaarif Kindergarten Diana, Indi; Santoso, Sandy Tegariyani Putri
Aṭfālunā Journal of Islamic Early Childhood Education Vol 7 No 2 (2024): July-December 2024
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.32505/atfaluna.v7i2.8545

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The problem of malnutrition in children remains a controversial topic of discussion and an unresolved challenge, especially concerning parental knowledge. Parents must be knowledgeable about balanced nutrition before proceeding to the implementation stage. The purpose of this study was to determine the extent of parental knowledge about the 2014 Balanced Nutrition Guidelines that were developed by the Ministry of Health in Indonesia. In order to collect data, the questionnaire was distributed to 80 respondents who were parents of students at Al-Maarif Singosari Kindergarten in Malang Regency. The questionnaire focused on evaluating parents' understanding of the recommendations for a balanced diet. The research findings revealed that 64% of parents demonstrated a strong comprehension of the balanced diet recommendations, while 36% exhibited a moderate understanding. However, these results are insufficient to ensure the effective implementation of balanced nutrition in children unless the knowledge is consistently translated into practice. Further research is needed on the relationship between parents' understanding of balanced nutrition and children's nutritional levels.
Exploring Practitioners’ Lived Mathematical Play Practices in the Early Childhood Care and Education Setting Okeke, Chinedu; Baloyi-Mothibeli, Seipati; Ugwuanyi, Christian
Aṭfālunā Journal of Islamic Early Childhood Education Vol 7 No 2 (2024): July-December 2024
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.32505/atfaluna.v7i2.9238

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Attention to engaging children in math-related play is increasing, but it is not clear how early childhood practitioners in South Africa practice lived mathematical play. This study sought to determine early childhood care and education practitioners’ lived mathematical play practices. The study was anchored on Vygotsky's social constructivist theory, which holds that children learn best when they are scaffolded and mediated by people who have more knowledge than they do. The study adopted a phenomenological research design using a sample of 10 practitioners. The researchers gathered data using a semi-structured interview guide. A thematic analysis was used to analyze the data that were gathered. The findings of the study revealed that the lived mathematical play practices of early childhood partitioners include building relationships, showing respect, having passion, being experienced, and acting in loco parentis. Moreover, practitioners seem to know and understand what was expected of them in ECCE, particularly regarding the teaching of mathematical play-based learning. It was recommended that practitioners' lived mathematics play-based learning can be improved through appropriate teacher development programs and by gaining acceptable qualifications.
Fostering Environmental Hygiene Habits in Children with Special Needs Hawa, Ika Ismatul; Muslam, Muslam
Aṭfālunā Journal of Islamic Early Childhood Education Vol 7 No 2 (2024): July-December 2024
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.32505/atfaluna.v7i2.9496

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Environmental hygiene is an important issue that impacts health and quality of life. As a consequence, several measures are required to keep the environment clean, including fostering environmental hygiene habits at an early age. This study aims to describe the habituation of environmental hygiene in children with special needs. The type of research used is qualitative, which is analyzed descriptively, using direct observation and semi-structured interviews with open questions involving participants, namely educators and students five to six years old. The results of this study indicate that the habituation of environmental hygiene in children with special needs at Talented Kindergarten Semarang City runs well through various methods such as hygiene songs, making costumes made from used goods, and applying the concept of Zero Waste Life Style. Personal cleanliness and toilet training are examples of habituation, which is the process of doing something repeatedly until it becomes second nature. The existence of adequate facilities can support children in maintaining cleanliness. The involvement of teachers, parents, and professionals in children's therapy influences their growth and development, in order for these activities to foster self-reliance, accountability, and environmental consciousness.
Religious Moderation Picture Book Innovation for Early Childhood: Teaching Tolerance and Respect for Diversity Purwani, Annisa
Aṭfālunā Journal of Islamic Early Childhood Education Vol 7 No 2 (2024): July-December 2024
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.32505/atfaluna.v7i2.9959

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This study aims to develop innovative media in the form of picture books as a tool to teach religious moderation values such as tolerance and respect for differences to PAUD students in Purwakarta Regency. By using the Research and Development method based on the ADDIE model (Analyze Design Develop Implement Evaluate). this research is designed to produce educational media that is interesting, interactive, and effective. The initial stage of the research involved a needs analysis through interviews and observations with early childhood educators, which revealed the need for media capable of introducing the concepts of tolerance, respect for differences, and national values from an early age. The design and development process resulted in a picture book with vivid illustrations and stories relevant to children's daily lives, making it easy to understand and interesting. This media was tested in several early childhood education institutions in Purwakarta involving teachers and children as research subjects. The evaluation results showed that the picture storybooks improved children's understanding of the values of religious moderation. The results showed an average of the pre-test score of 22.08 then the Post-Test score reached 53.24, with an average increase of 31.16 with the calculation results showing the t value of -44.56, it can be concluded that the use of picture book media is effective in increasing religious moderation in children aged 5-6 years. With these findings, the developed media can serve as a strategic educational media.
Parental Involvement in Supporting Children's Independence and Providing a Balanced Understanding of Gender Sapan, Erwin Bunga; Musrini, Isobeliana
Atfaluna Journal of Islamic Early Childhood Education Vol 7 No 2 (2024): July-December 2024
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.32505/atfaluna.v7i2.8442

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This study examines parental involvement in fostering children's independence and promoting an early understanding of gender equality. Using a qualitative case study approach at SILO Makale Kindergarten, South Sulawesi, data were collected through interviews, observations, and documentation. The findings indicate that active parental involvement, particularly when grounded in gender-responsive practices, positively influences children's independence and their comprehension of gender equality. Children raised in such environments tend to demonstrate greater autonomy and a more equitable perspective on gender roles. Conversely, limited parental attention and engagement were associated with higher dependency in daily activities. The study also reveals that gender education at the preschool level remains underdeveloped, which may hinder children's understanding of gender roles. Based on these results, the study recommends that parents actively engage in practices that support both independence and gender equality, while preschool institutions should begin systematically integrating gender equality concepts into early childhood education.
Early childhood financial literacy: A systematic literature review Pramitasari, Muktia; Siti Syarah, Erie; Risnawati, Erna; Shofiyah Tanjung, Khoiriyah
Atfaluna Journal of Islamic Early Childhood Education Vol 6 No 1 (2023): January-June 2023
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.32505/atfaluna.v6i1.5724

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Financial literacy is important for individuals, society as a whole and contributes to economic growth and development. This systematic literature review aims to provide information regarding the importance of financial literacy for early childhood, financial literacy that early childhood can learn and good practices that have been implemented in stimulating early childhood financial literacy. This research reviews 14 journals from 143 various international journals and proceedings. Research has found that introducing the concept of financial literacy from an early age will encourage healthy financial habits in the future, financial education provides knowledge, skills and confidence, and various media and methods have been developed to stimulate early childhood financial literacy.
Development of regional folklore book to improve children's literacy Octaloca, Iis Delviya; Asiyah, Asiyah; Syafri, Fatrica
Atfaluna Journal of Islamic Early Childhood Education Vol 6 No 1 (2023): January-June 2023
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.32505/atfaluna.v6i1.5817

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This study aimed to discover the development of the Bengkulu regional storybook in improving students' literacy. The research method used was research within the framework of R&D (Research and Development; research and development with research theory without this test has steps of development research with stages of potential and problems, data collection, product design, product validation, product design revision, product improvement, with the scope of a study carried three validators out first validation at Pagar Dewa, Bengkulu City, second validation at the Tarbiyah and Teacher Training Faculty, as well as the third validation at the Regional Library of Bengkulu City. Based on the results conducted on the development and manufacture of regional folklore storybook product for improving students' literacy, where this product has been validated by experts with a recapitulation of validation results, namely designing experts with a percentage of 96%, story material experts with a rate of 96%, and linguists with a ratio of 96%, with an average validation of 96% with very good criteria, so that the storybook development is feasible to be published and used for children in early age to improve their reading literacy so that the students familiar in Regional Folklore storybook
A systematic review of play activities to optimize children's social-emotional development Widjayatri, Rr. Deni; Hasanah, Iklimatul; Syairahma, Denissa; Nugraha, Amelia; Islamiyah, Siti Annidatul; Sadin, Irens
Atfaluna Journal of Islamic Early Childhood Education Vol 6 No 1 (2023): January-June 2023
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.32505/atfaluna.v6i1.5906

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Emosi adalah luapan emosi saat anak berinteraksi dengan orang lain dan social adalah tingkat interaksi antara anak dengan orang lain. Perkembangan sosial-emosional adalah kepekaan anak untuk memahami perasaan orang lain dalam interaksi sehari-hari. perkembangan sosial emosional, pada kenyataannya, tidak dapat dipisahkan. Oleh karena itu sangat penting untuk memahami anak dan membantu mereka memahami perasaan mereka sendiri dan perasaan orang lain. Metode yang di gunakan adalah metode Systematic Literature Review (SLR) yang bertujuan untuk mengenali, meninjau, dan mengevaluasi semua penelitian yang relevan untuk menjawab pertanyaan suatu penelitian. Hasilnya perkembangan sosial-emosional dapat dikembangkan melalui metode bermain, terdapat beberapa permainan yang dapat mengembangkan sosial-emosional AUD usia 4-6 tahun yaitu: permainan congklak, ulartangga, bermain peran, permainan tradisional gopadi, dan puzzle.
Improving children's characters through sirah Nabawiyah concept Mahriza, Rita; Tursina, Ade; Nadhira, Zahratun
Atfaluna Journal of Islamic Early Childhood Education Vol 6 No 1 (2023): January-June 2023
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.32505/atfaluna.v6i1.6004

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This study aims to increase children's character according to the concept of Sirah Nabawiyah through storybooks of the Prophet's stories. The type of research used is classroom action research. This research was conducted in two cycles, each consisting of 4 meetings. Each cycle has four stages: planning, implementation, observation, and reflection. The subjects of this study were seven children consisting of 3 boys and four girls. The data collection technique is an observation sheet, where the observation sheet becomes a research instrument. The study's results were found after conducting this research, so data was obtained starting from the pre-cycle to cycle II, which in the pre-cycle, the children were not independent in carrying out activities, so the results in the pre-cycle were 0%. At the same time, in the first cycle, the children started developing by applying the concepts of sirah nabawiyah through story books. Then in cycle I, it increased by 19.0%, and in cycle II, children grew very well by doing it repeatedly to increase independence gradually to produce the expected indicators. Cycle II increased to 80.9%, which means an increase of 62%. In conclusion, children's character, such as independence, according to the Sirah Nabawiyah concept, has been successful.
Jarimatika method of daily prayer: Does it affect children's spiritual intelligence? Hijriati, Hijriati; Hayati, Zikra; Karnisah, Karnisah
Atfaluna Journal of Islamic Early Childhood Education Vol 6 No 1 (2023): January-June 2023
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.32505/atfaluna.v6i1.6042

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Memorizing daily prayers has become a daily lesson in kindergarten. However, they find it challenging to memorize daily prayers without knowing the meaning, not understanding what is memorized, and they forget if not repeated and practiced by the teacher. This study aims to determine whether there is an influence between memorizing daily prayers by using the jarimatika method on children's spiritual intelligence at Malahayati Kindergarten, South Aceh. The jarimatika method of daily prayers relies on knuckles in memorizing daily prayers. Spiritual intelligence includes the development of awareness to build relationships with others in an ethical, moral and humane manner. This study used an experimental method with the number of samples taken in this study consisting of 11 children aged 5-6 years as the experimental class. The data analysis technique used is the t-test, hypothesis and normality test. The results of data analysis obtained tcount> ttable;17.33>1.812. Ha is accepted, and Ho is rejected. Therefore, the jarimatika method increases children's memorization of daily prayers and affects their spiritual intelligence.