PEDAGOGICAL POTENTIAL OF FOLK FAIRY TALES IN THE FORMATION OF ECOLOGICAL CULTURE PRIMARY SCHOOL CHILDREN

Abstract

The article reveals a study, aimed at finding solution to the issue of forming an ecological culture in primary school children, aimed at further protecting the environment as a whole. The researchers noted that primary school age is an intrinsically valuable stage in the formation of an individual’s ecological culture. One of the solutions to the problem under study, is seen in the use of the pedagogical potential of folklore in the educational process, particularly, in folk tales of Yakutia region that are associated with the interaction of man and nature. As part of the study, the researchers study theoretical foundations of environmental education and upbringing of children, the formation of environmental culture, effective forms, methods and techniques for its implementation. The work helps develop and test a program of extracurricular activities among third-grade students.