FOSTERING NATIONAL VALUES IN PRESCHOOL CHILDREN THROUGH LITERATURE

Abstract

The article examines the role of literature as an effective tool for educating national values in children of the senior preschool group (5-6 years old). The article analyzes the peculiarities of perception of literary works by preschoolers, as well as the influence of literature on their cognitive, emotional and moral development. The research is based on the works of children's writers from Kazakhstan, Russia, Uzbekistan and Ukraine, reflecting the cultural heritage of these peoples. The choice is determined by the historical and social specifics of Kazakhstan, where large diasporas of these ethnic groups live. The article examines the key values transmitted through literature: honesty, respect for elders, love of culture and responsibility. The study emphasizes that fiction not only conveys cultural heritage, but also forms the personal qualities of a child, developing his ability to analyze, empathize and realize his place in society. The conclusions of the article can be useful for teachers and parents who seek to create a harmonious educational environment that promotes respect for cultural diversity.