Keyword: «physical development»

The articleis devoted to nature-alignment idea in Kalmyk folk pedagogy. Fields of ecological, mental and physical development are under a particular consideration. Attention to innate stages of children’s development, respect to the nature and harmonious coexistence with the surrounding environment are important elements of nature-alignment idea.

Preparing children for schooling is aimed at creating various levels of physical, mental, and social development that will ensure successful assimilation of the school curriculum while preserving the child's health. Incorporating STEM approaches into physical education classes for preschoolers contributes to their health promotion and lays the foundation for successful adaptation to schooling.