Pendampingan Orang Tua dan Anak Melalui Aktivitas Merangkai Puzzle Sebagai Upaya Meningkatkan Perkembangan Holistik Anak Usia Dini di RA Darussalam

Abstract

This community service activity aims to enhance the holistic development of early childhood through collaboration between parents and children in puzzle-arranging activities at RA Darussalam. The approach used is Participatory Action Research (PAR) combined with Asset-Based Community Development (ABCD), emphasizing the active involvement of parents and children throughout the entire process. The implementation was conducted over one month, consisting of preparation, implementation, and evaluation stages. During the implementation phase, activities were carried out in a participatory manner using a play-based learning approach, where parents and children collaboratively engaged in puzzle-arranging as a learning medium incorporating letters and numbers. The results indicate an increase in children's engagement in the learning process, as reflected in their enthusiasm, ability to recognize shapes, colors, letters, and numbers, as well as improved concentration and accuracy. In addition, the activity positively contributed to the development of children's fine motor skills through hand-eye coordination. From a socio-emotional perspective, interactions between parents and children during the activities strengthened emotional bonds and enhanced children's self-confidence. The activity also supported language development through active communication during the play process. Overall, this community service demonstrates that the integration of game-based learning media, play-based approaches, and parental involvement is an effective strategy to support the holistic development of early childhood. The implications highlight the importance of collaboration between families and educational institutions in creating an optimal and sustainable learning environment for children.