Early Childhood Education Teachers' Strategies in Instilling the Value of Gratitude Through Islamic Daily Activities at RA Al Rizky Padang Sidempuan

Abstract

Instilling character values in early childhood is an important foundation in the formation of children's personalities, one of which is the value of gratitude. This study aims to analyze the strategies applied by PAUD teachers at RA Al Rizky Padang Sidempuan in instilling the value of gratitude through Islamic daily activities. The research method used is descriptive qualitative with data collection techniques through observation, interviews, and documentation. The results of the study show that teachers use the approach of example, habituation, and Islamic stories as the main strategies. Islamic daily activities such as praying together, saying hamdalah, and introducing asmaul husna are effective media in instilling the value of gratitude. This study recommends continuous training for teachers to enrich early childhood character cultivation strategies based on Islamic values.