Keyword: «visual abilities»

The article examines the problem of developing the visual abilities of children aged 7–8 through the use of didactic material. Based on a theoretical analysis of psychological and pedagogical literature, the specificity of visual activity in primary school age is revealed, and key indicators and stages of the formation of visual skills are identified. Particular attention is paid to didactic material as a pedagogical tool: its types, advantages, and limitations are described, and criteria for selection and organization are formulated. The scientific novelty of the work lies in the systematization of pedagogical conditions for the effective use of didactic means to develop creative imagination, technical skills, and aesthetic perception in students. The practical significance of the study lies in the possibility of applying the identified conditions in the educational process of primary school. The author substantiates the need to combine structured tasks with the child’s creative freedom, which contributes to the harmonious development of visual abilities.