THE EDUCATIONAL SIGNIFICANCE OF FOLKTALES AND ORAL FOLK LITERATURE

Аннотация

This article examines the educational and moral significance of folktales and other forms of oral folk literature in shaping children's character, worldview, and values. As carriers of national identity and collective wisdom, folktales convey essential life lessons, ethical norms, and cultural traditions in a vivid and memorable way. The study explores how folk narratives—rich with symbolic characters, universal conflicts, and moral resolutions—can be used effectively in modern educational settings to instill values such as honesty, courage, respect, and perseverance. The research highlights the role of storytelling as a pedagogical tool that stimulates imagination, enhances critical thinking, and nurtures emotional intelligence in learners.