Abstract
Abstract
This study aims to describe the teacher's strategy for improving reading comprehension skills of Arabic texts in class v at Madrasah Ibtidaiyah (Islamic Elementary School) in Cirebon City. This qualitative research uses a descriptive approach. The sources of data or informants in this research are Arabic teachers, fifth-grade students, and school principals. The data were collected through observation, in depth-interviews and documentation. Data analysis starts with data reduction, presentation, and interpretation. The results showed that the Arabic teacher's strategies in improving reading comprehension skills of Arabic texts in class V were as follows: 1. Reading texts Aloud, 2; translating texts, 3. Reviewing translation results, 4, Answering questions, 5. Sharing answers, and 6. Repetition. Arabic text comprehension reading skills in class V are quite good, obtaining an average score that has met the minimum completeness criteria. The teacher and student experienced during the learning process reading comprehension skills in Class V supported by the activity of reading the Holy Qur'an every Monday to Thursday, which is carried out after learning activities, recitation activities at home with a teacher of the Qur'an, the availability of a library at school, and studying with peers. Then some of the difficulties faced are the lack of parental support, the habits of students who often play with gadgets, and the lack of availability of book facilities in the library.