METHODS FOR DEVELOPING THE ABILITIES OF PRIMARY SCHOOL STUDENTS THROUGH LITERARY WORKS

This article investigates the pedagogical potential of literary works in developing cognitive, linguistic, creative, and aesthetic abilities of primary school students. The study explores effective methods of engaging with literary texts, including expressive reading, dramatization, problem-based questioning, creative tasks, and interactive methods, and evaluates their impact on the effectiveness of the educational process. Lessons designed around literary works have been shown to expand students’ imagination, enrich vocabulary, and enhance independent thinking skills, while also fostering critical reflection and creativity. The study highlights the role of literature as a multidimensional pedagogical tool that not only conveys knowledge but also shapes moral, aesthetic, and intellectual development in young learners.