Placing Priority on Faith in Providing a Foundation for Children to Face Puberty

Abstract

Background: Children will experience puberty at the age of 9-15 years, influenced by several factors. Various changes require children to be ready to face them. Teachers carry out preparations, especially those who teach in elementary schools. Objective: This research is qualitative research that aims to explore the preparation made by teachers in preparing for puberty. A total of nine Islamic-based school teachers were interviewed at their schools. Methods: In-depth interviews were conducted using structured open questions. The analysis employed Van Manen’s method. Result: This study raised three themes: the teacher's perception of student development, how the teacher prepares for puberty, and the problems faced in educating children to face puberty. Conclusion: it is necessary to develop a model that can prepare children to enter puberty.

Keywords

• menarche
• pra puberty
• puberty preparation in elementary school
• sex education for school-age children