PERKEMBANGAN NILAI AGAMA DAN MORAL ANAK USIA DINI

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The background of this research highlights the importance of character education in early childhood to establish a strong moral foundation. Character education at an early age is crucial because it is during this period that children begin to form habits, values, and behaviors that will carry into adulthood. Raudhatul Athfal Chairunnisa Sukoharja utilizes the stories of the prophets as an educational medium because these stories contain profound and universal moral values. The stories of the prophets not only offer engaging narratives but also convey strong moral messages such as honesty, patience, courage, and compassion. This approach was chosen because storytelling is one of the most effective ways to capture children's attention and help them understand complex moral concepts. By listening to the stories of the prophets, children can see concrete examples of positive behaviors they can emulate. Furthermore, these stories can reach various aspects of a child's development, including cognitive, social, and emotional, thereby providing a holistic impact. This study aims to explore the effectiveness of character education through the stories of the prophets for early childhood at Raudhatul Athfal Chairunnisa Sukoharja. The research method used is qualitative, with data collected through observations, interviews, and analysis of relevant documents. The results show that the stories of the prophets are effective in instilling positive values in young children. The children demonstrated an increase in understanding and applying values such as honesty, patience, courage, and compassion in their daily lives. This study concludes that using the stories of the prophets as a medium for character education is an effective strategy to support the moral development of early childhood at Raudhatul Athfal Chairunnisa Sukoharja. Thus, this strategy could serve as a model for other educational institutions seeking to integrate character education into their curriculum.