Abstract:
Al-Quran literacy in early childhood is introduced through learning and experiences related to the child's world and according to its development. Good and pleasant experiences will have a positive impact on children's development. Playing is the main thing for early childhood learning. This study uses playing techniques to introduce Al-Quran literacy for early childhood. The purpose of this study was to find out about Al-Quran literacy learning for early childhood using play strategies. In this study, teachers and students were the main participants. The method used is descriptive analytical with a qualitative approach. The research instrument used to obtain research data includes written tests, observations, questionnaires, and interviews. In operational research, researchers conduct interviews, observations coupled with literature studies, then try to understand and analyze it. The strategy to play in learning Al-Quran literacy for early childhood is proven to cause pleasure, providing opportunities for children to explore and express their feelings. For all students in group A, the play activities obtained results (total) of undeveloped students (BB) of 10.4%, students who started developing (MB) of 36.4%, students who developed according to expectations (BSH) of 34%, and very well-developed students (BSB) of 19.2%. Whereas for all students of group B, the play activities obtained results (total) students who have not developed (BB) of 6.8%, students who are developing (MB) of 34%, students who develop according to expectations (BSH) of 36.4%, and very well-developed students (BSB) of 22.8%.
