Read Aloud and Singing: Strategy for Developing Anti-Bullying Character in Early Childhood

Authors

  • Putri Puspita Universitas Muhammadiyah Bima
  • Sukrin Sukrin Universitas Muhammadiyah Bima
  • Ade S. Anhar Universitas Muhammadiyah Bima
  • Ahmad Universitas Muhammadiyah Surakarta

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.47453/hadlonah.v7i1.4118

Keywords:

Early Childhood, Anti-Bullying Characters, Read-Aloud, Singing

Abstract

This study aims to (1) analyze the implementation of the Read Aloud and Singing methods in learning, (2) examine children's responses and involvement during learning activities, (3) Impact on the development of anti-bullying characters in early childhood. The research uses a qualitative approach with the type of case study conducted at RA Al-Ikhlas, Bima City with subjects of group B children aged 4–6 years as well as informants of school principals and classroom teachers. The data collection technique was carried out through participatory observation, in-depth interviews, and documentation, while the data analysis used an interactive model by Miles and Huberman with the stages of data reduction, data presentation, and conclusion drawn, as well as validity test through triangulation. The results of the study show that the integration of Read Aloud and Singing methods in learning is able to support the development of anti-bullying characters, which is shown through increased empathy, social concern, mutual respect, cooperation, and a decrease in aggressive behavior in children. The implementation of learning is carried out systematically through the stages of planning, implementation, evaluation, and reflection, although there are still challenges in the form of differences in the level of understanding of children in receiving moral messages. The implication is that the integration of literacy and musical activities can be an effective learning strategy in instilling character values. Teachers are recommended to systematically integrate storytelling and singing activities into learning themes that promote empathy, tolerance, and mutual respect as an effort to strengthen anti-bullying character values in early childhood.

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Author Biography

Ade S. Anhar, Universitas Muhammadiyah Bima

Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk (1) menganalisis implementasi metode Read Aloud dan Singing dalam pembelajaran, (2) mengkaji respons serta keterlibatan anak selama kegiatan pembelajaran, (3) Dampak terhadap perkembangan Karakter anti-bullying pada anak usia dini. Penelitian menggunakan pendekatan kualitatif dengan jenis studi kasus yang dilakukan di RA Al-Ikhlas Kota Bima dengan subjek anak kelompok B usia 4–6 tahun serta informan kepala sekolah dan guru kelas. Teknik pengumpulan data dilakukan melalui observasi partisipatif, wawancara mendalam, dan dokumentasi, sedangkan analisis data menggunakan model interaktif oleh Miles dan Huberman dengan tahap reduksi data, penyajian data, dan penarikan kesimpulan, serta uji keabsahan melalui triangulasi. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan bahwa integrasi metode Read Aloud dan Singing dalam pembelajaran mampu mendukung pengembangan karakter anti-bullying, yang ditunjukkan melalui peningkatan perilaku empati, kepedulian sosial, sikap saling menghargai, kerja sama, serta penurunan perilaku agresif pada anak. Implementasi pembelajaran dilakukan secara sistematis melalui tahap perencanaan, pelaksanaan, evaluasi, dan refleksi, meskipun masih terdapat tantangan berupa perbedaan tingkat pemahaman anak dalam menerima pesan moral. Adapun implikasi bahwa integrasi kegiatan literasi dan musikal dapat menjadi strategi pembelajaran yang efektif dalam menanamkan nilai karakter pada anak usia dini serta menciptakan lingkungan belajar yang aman dan inklusif.

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Published

2026-05-12

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Vol. 7 No. 1 (2026): Hadlonah: Jurnal Pendidikan dan Pengasuhan Anak

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