In preparation for the competitions that will be held the following week, Kindergarten A and Kindergarten B students of Al Siddiq International participated in a name tag–making activity on Friday, 27 February 2025. In addition, during the month of Ramadhan, the school also organises daily tausiyah (Islamic talks) as a replacement for snack time. Both activities are designed as part of positive habits that support children’s readiness, both in developing skills and building character.
The name tag–making activity was conducted in each classroom. Teachers provided white cardboard as the main material. The children were given the freedom to decorate their name tags according to their creativity, from colouring and drawing to adding simple decorations. After that, they wrote their names on the name tags. For Kindergarten A students, teachers still assisted them in writing their names so that the results would be neater and easier to read. Meanwhile, Kindergarten B students wrote their own names independently, as a way to practise self-reliance and build confidence.
This name tag activity aims to train children to develop responsibility and a sense of ownership towards their personal belongings, especially in preparation for the upcoming competitions. By making and decorating their own name tags, the children learn to recognise their identity while also building pride in their work. The activity also helps develop fine motor skills, creativity, and writing abilities according to the developmental stage of each group.
During the month of Ramadhan, the tausiyah sessions are held every day after the Duha prayer, replacing the usual snack time. These sessions take place either in the mosque or in the Zainab classroom, depending on the schedule and the conditions of the day. The speakers rotate among all the teachers of Al Siddiq Kindergarten, allowing the children to experience different styles of delivery while still maintaining a warm approach appropriate to their age. The topics vary, including the virtues of fasting, the importance of sharing, proper manners towards parents and teachers, and good habits during the month of Ramadhan.
The purpose of the tausiyah activity is to instil Islamic values from an early age in a simple and easily understandable way. By replacing snack time with time for listening to religious guidance, children learn that Ramadhan is a special month that should be filled with more meaningful activities. They are also trained to sit calmly, listen attentively, and respect those who are speaking.
Through the activities of making name tags and daily tausiyah sessions, Kindergarten A and Kindergarten B students are not only prepared for the upcoming competitions but are also guided to grow into individuals who are independent, confident, and well-mannered. The learning atmosphere becomes more lively and purposeful. Each activity is designed not merely to fill time, but to create meaningful learning experiences throughout the month of Ramadhan.
By Inka Amalia, S. Pd