The Pildacil (Children’s Islamic Speech) Competition and the Calligraphy Colouring Competition were part of a series of activities participated in by Kindergarten A and Kindergarten B students of Al Siddiq International School. These activities were designed to provide a joyful yet meaningful learning experience for young children. Through these two competitions, the children were encouraged to express themselves, develop their creativity, and build self-confidence from an early age.
The Pildacil Competition was held on Thursday, 5 March 2026, at Masjid Al Siddiq International. Meanwhile, the Calligraphy Colouring Competition took place on Friday, 6 March 2026, in each classroom. The use of different venues created a more varied atmosphere for the competitions. In the mosque, the children learned to perform in a more formal and solemn setting, while in the classroom they were able to feel more relaxed and focus on their artwork.
During the Pildacil Competition, the master of ceremonies called each child’s name one by one to come forward. Each participant appeared wearing a special costume and bringing props they had prepared. They delivered short speeches based on topics provided by their teachers, including fasting, Tarawih prayer, and Eid al-Fitr. Through this activity, the children learned to speak in front of an audience, recall the material they had prepared, and deliver messages with courage and enthusiasm.
In the Calligraphy Colouring Competition, each child received a worksheet featuring Arabic calligraphy with the word “Ramadhan”. The children coloured the design according to their own creativity within the 60 minutes allocated. This activity helped develop patience, accuracy, and fine motor skills. In addition, the children began to recognise and appreciate Arabic letters through a fun and engaging activity.
The aim of the Pildacil Competition was to instil Islamic values from an early age while training children to speak confidently in public. They learned to convey messages using simple language that they could easily understand. Meanwhile, the Calligraphy Colouring Competition aimed to develop creativity, imagination, and confidence in their own work.
The benefits of these two competitions are significant for the development of kindergarten children. The children not only learned about religious topics but also practised discipline, concentration, and respect for their own efforts as well as those of their friends. These experiences of performing and creating will become valuable memories that help shape children into individuals who are confident, creative, and possess good character.
By Inka Amalia, S.Pd