Da’wah Methods in Implementing Learning for Elementary School Children

Abstract

This study aims to systematically examine relevant and effective da'wah methods in implementing learning for primary school-aged children within an Islamic perspective. Children of primary school age (6–12 years) are at a critical stage of cognitive development, making the selection of appropriate da'wah methods the key to successful internalization of Islamic values. The method employed is a literature review of 25 nationally and internationally accredited journal articles published between 2020 and 2025. The findings indicate that there are six primary da'wah methods proven effective in the context of Islamic primary education: (1) al-hikmah method, (2) mau'izhah hasanah method, (3) exemplary method (uswah hasanah), (4) habituation method (ta'widiyah), (5) storytelling method (qashash), and (6) targhib wa tarhib method. Each method possesses distinct advantages and characteristics that need to be adapted to the child's developmental level. The integration of da'wah methods with modern pedagogical approaches has been proven to improve the quality of Islamic Religious Education (PAI) learning at the primary school level