METODE IBU DALAM MENANAMKAN NILAI AGAMA PADA ANAK USIA DINI DI DESA GUNUNG TUA IPARBONDAR KECAMATAN PANYABUNGAN

Abstract

          This study aims to describe the strategies and roles of parents in instilling religious values ​​in early childhood, explaining the advantages of their role. The research method used was descriptive qualitative. Data were collected through interviews, observations, and documentation with four parents of young children in Gunung Tua Iparbondar Village, Panyabungan District. Data analysis techniques were carried out through the stages of data reduction, data presentation, and conclusion drawing. The results show that the methods used by parents in instilling religious values ​​through the practice of obligatory prayer include role modeling, advice, habituation, and motivation. The advantages of parents' role compared to others lie in emotional closeness, direct involvement, and consistency in guiding children. Barriers faced include limited time, lack of religious understanding, an unsupportive social environment, and inconsistency in providing examples of worship. In conclusion, the strategies and active role of parents are crucial in shaping children's religious attitudes from an early age. Efforts to instill religious values ​​must be continuous and involve role models, effective communication, and a conducive environment so that children grow into individuals with noble morals.