Introducing older preschool children to the traditions of different nations through folk games

in this article, the authors consider the problem of using folk games as a means of familiarizing senior preschool children with the traditions of different nations in a preschool educational organization. The article substantiates the relevance of this topic for modern society, specifies and clarifies the basic concepts of "culture", "traditions" and "folk games". The authors highlight methodological approaches to familiarizing senior preschool children with folk games, which will help the teacher to correctly select and organize games with preschoolers. The article also provides examples of games of different cultures and nations that can be used to familiarize children with the traditions and customs of the peoples living in Russia and the peoples of other countries. Such games contribute not only to the physical development of preschoolers, but also to the formation of tolerance, respect for cultural diversity, teamwork skills and other competencies that should be formed in senior preschool children.

culture, tradition, customs, ethnicity, folk games, senior preschool age