Pengembangan Karakter Anak Melalui Cerita Nabi dan Rasul di Pembelajaran PAI di TK Aisyiyah Rao

Abstract

This Classroom Action Research (CAR) aims to explore the development 
of children's character through the storytelling of Prophets and Apostles in 
the Islamic Education (PAI) learning at TK Aisyiyah Rao. The research 
focuses on utilizing religious stories as a medium to instill moral and ethical 
values in young children. The study was conducted in two cycles, each 
consisting of planning, action, observation, and reflection. The research 
involved teachers and students of TK Aisyiyah Rao. The primary data 
collection methods included observation, interviews, and documentation. 
The findings show that storytelling activities related to the lives of Prophets 
and Apostles successfully enhanced the children's character development, 
especially in terms of honesty, empathy, and respect. Additionally, students 
showed a greater interest in learning and active participation during PAI 
lessons. This study suggests that storytelling is an effective strategy to 
integrate Islamic moral values in early childhood education, contributing to 
the holistic development of children. Teachers can adopt this approach to 
foster character education and help children internalize Islamic teachings in 
a fun and engaging way.