The MHQ Competition and the Quiz Competition were two main activities participated in by the Kindergarten A and Kindergarten B students of Al Siddiq International School. These activities were specially designed for young learners, creating a joyful and energetic atmosphere. Through these two competitions, the children not only learned but also practised building their confidence to perform in front of others.
The MHQ Competition was held on Tuesday, 3 March 2026, while the Quiz Competition took place on Wednesday, 4 March 2026. Both events were conducted at Masjid Al Siddiq International. Choosing the mosque as the venue created a solemn yet welcoming atmosphere while also introducing the children to the environment of worship from an early age.
In the MHQ Competition, each child recited a surah that they randomly selected from a shuffled set of papers. Afterwards, the competition continued with a verse continuation session in which the judges recited part of a verse and the participants were asked to continue it. This format trained the children’s memory, concentration, and courage to perform individually. The children learned to remain calm, stay focused, and try their best.
Meanwhile, the Quiz Competition was conducted in groups, with each team consisting of three to five students. Each team was given five compulsory questions related to Islamic knowledge, such as fasting, the Pillars of Islam, the Pillars of Faith, daily supplications, the names of the Prophets, and other related topics. Each correct answer earned 100 points. After the compulsory questions session, the competition continued with quick-response questions, which made the atmosphere even more lively and exciting. Through this activity, the children learned to work together, discuss ideas, and listen to their friends’ opinions before answering.
The aim of the MHQ Competition was to instil a love for the Qur’an from an early age while developing the children’s memorisation skills. This activity also helped build their confidence and encouraged them to become accustomed to speaking in front of an audience. Meanwhile, the Quiz Competition aimed to sharpen the children’s ability to think quickly, strengthen their understanding of the material they had learned, and develop teamwork skills.
The benefits of these two competitions are significant for kindergarten children’s development. In addition to improving cognitive skills and memory, the children also learned how to manage nervousness, respect their peers, and accept results with good sportsmanship. Activities like these become valuable experiences that help shape not only children’s intelligence but also their character and self-confidence from an early age.
By Inka Amalia, S.pd