The Concept of Early Childhood Education Curriculum from the Perspective of the Qur'an and Its Implementation in Character Formation

This study aims to examine the concept of early childhood education (PAUD) curriculum from a Qur'anic perspective and its implementation in character building. The research background stems from the reality that modern PAUD curricula often emphasize cognitive aspects and practical skills, while spiritual and moral dimensions receive less attention. This study uses a qualitative approach with library research and content analysis of Qur'anic verses, tafsir books, and Islamic and early childhood education literature. The results of the study indicate that the Qur'an-based PAUD curriculum is oriented towards four main aspects, namely monotheism, morals, worship, and muamalah. QS. Luqman: 13 emphasizes the importance of monotheism education as a foundation of personality, QS. Al-Isra: 23–24 emphasizes moral education, QS. Taha: 132 teaches the habit of worship, and the values of muamalah in the Qur'an are relevant to developing children's social skills. The integration of Qur'anic values with modern child development theories results in a more holistic curriculum, balanced between cognitive, social, moral, and spiritual aspects. In conclusion, the PAUD curriculum from the perspective of the Qur'an not only functions as a means of transferring knowledge, but also as an instrument for forming children's character from an early age. This study recommends that PAUD institutions and curriculum designers further integrate Qur'anic values in daily learning activities in order to produce a generation that is faithful, has noble morals, and is able to contribute positively to society.