Economic education of older preschool children

Abstract

In the context of a dynamically developing economy and the growing importance of financial literacy, the economic education of older preschool children is becoming particularly relevant. Early acquaintance with basic economic concepts contributes to the formation of children's correct attitude to money, work, property, as well as the development of decision-making skills necessary for successful adaptation in modern society. This article presents a study on economic education conducted as part of a pilot study. The study was conducted with pupils of the senior group (5-6 years old) at the MPEI No. 15 «Scarlet Flower» in Neryungri, Neryungri district. The work included three stages: the primary diagnosis, the formative stage and the final diagnosis. The reliability of the obtained data of the final diagnosis was confirmed by statistical analysis using the T-Wilcoxon criterion. Based on the study and analysis of pedagogical experience and methodological materials, the Piggy Bank of Knowledge program was developed and tested during the formative stage, aimed at developing economic ideas among older preschoolers.