IMPLEMENTASI EKSTRAKURIKULER CALISTUNG DALAM MENGEMBANGKAN KESIAPAN BELAJAR ANAK USIA 4-6 TAHUN DI TK MUSLIMAT NU 01 BULULAWANG

Abstract

Calistung extracurricular activities are designed to develop fundamental literacy and numeracy skills reading, writing, and arithmetic to support early childhood learning readiness. This study aims to examine the planning, implementation, and evaluation of the calistung extracurricular program at TK Muslimat NU 01 Bululawang in enhancing the learning readiness of children aged 4-6 years. The research employs a qualitative approach with a case study design, utilizing observation and documentation as data collection methods, and applying the Miles and Huberman model for data analysis. The findings indicate that the program planning involves defining objectives, conducting socialization with parents, organizing structured activity stages, and determining appropriate learning strategies and instructional patterns. The implementation is carried out systematically according to the planned schedule and activity stages. Meanwhile, the evaluation process includes the use of assessment techniques, identification of program strengths and constraints, as well as follow-up actions for program improvement. Overall, the program has been effective in enhancing children’s basic literacy and numeracy skills, as well as improving their learning interest, self-confidence, independence, and readiness to transition to the next level of education.