OKUL ÖNCESİ DÖNEMDE KİTAP OKUMA ALIŞKANLIĞININ ÇOCUKLARIN BİLİŞSEL GELİŞİMİNE ETKİSİ: ÖĞRETMEN BAKIŞLARI
THE EFFECT OF READING HABITS DURING PRESCHOOL PERIOD ON CHILDREN'S COGNITIVE DEVELOPMENT: TEACHERS' PERSPECTIVES

Summary/Abstract: This research examines the effect of book reading habits in preschool period on children's cognitive development. The study is based on data obtained from observations and analyzes made with 10 preschool teachers. Findings in ten different areas: language development, problem-solving abilities, imagination and creativity, attention and concentration, memory and retention, interaction and social skills, empathy and emotional development, questioning and critical thinking, entertainment and motivation, teacher guidance and support. has been examined. The results of the research reveal that book reading activities improve children's language skills, increase their problem-solving abilities, support their imagination and creativity, help them focus their attention and strengthen their memory. Additionally, it has been shown to be effective in improving children's social skills and emotional intelligence. Teacher guidance and support have been identified as an important factor in increasing the effectiveness of book reading activities. These findings emphasize that the habit of reading books in the preschool period plays an important role in supporting children's cognitive development. More emphasis on book reading activities in pre-school education and teachers taking a guiding role in these activities may contribute to children experiencing a healthier cognitive development process.

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