Skip to main content Skip to main navigation menu Skip to site footer
Bulletin of Abai KazNPU. series of Pedagogical Sciences

KAZAKH FOLK GAMES IN THE EDUCATIONAL PROCESS: THE PATH TO THE CULTURAL IDENTITY OF JUNIOR SCHOOLCHILDREN

Published July 2025

64

46

Zhetysu University named after I. Zhansugurov
Abstract

The presented article represents a significant contribution to understanding the role of cultural heritage and national games in education. It emphasizes the importance of preserving and transmitting cultural traditions and suggests integrating national games into the primary school curriculum. The authors justify the relevance of the research by highlighting the importance of preserving national traditions in the educational process. They draw attention to the fact that teaching students national games helps shape cultural identity and strengthen the connection with the cultural traditions and values of Kazakhstan.

The article offers an extensive overview of Kazakh national games, providing descriptions and highlighting their significance. The authors give examples of games such as Kokpar, Baigazysh, Kures, Toqau, Sailau, Kiz Kuu, Zharys, and Atyzharys, providing a clear overview of their basic rules and objectives. They emphasize that these games are not only entertaining but also have educational value, promoting the development of physical and social skills among students. The study explores the advantages of incorporating national games into the educational process, indicating that these games contribute to the development of physical skills, coordination, teamwork, and cooperation. They also help students strengthen their connection with cultural traditions and values, fostering a sense of pride in their culture and identity.

pdf
Language

English

How to Cite

[1]
Karatas Zh., Mailybaeva G., Zheksembayeva Zh, Baitlessova N. , . 2025. KAZAKH FOLK GAMES IN THE EDUCATIONAL PROCESS: THE PATH TO THE CULTURAL IDENTITY OF JUNIOR SCHOOLCHILDREN. Bulletin of Abai KazNPU. series of Pedagogical Sciences. 86, 2 (Jul. 2025), 344–353. DOI:https://doi.org/10.51889/2959-5762.2025.86.2.031.