DEVELOPING READING CULTURE AMONG PRIMARY SCHOOL STUDENTS

Abstract

This article analyzes the pedagogical significance of forming a reading culture among primary school students, its role in the educational process, as well as effective forms and methods of its development. The primary education stage is considered an important period for developing students’ reading skills, increasing their interest in books, and forming an independent reading culture. The article highlights the importance of the teacher’s pedagogical skills in developing students’ reading culture, the use of modern and interactive methods during lessons, regular work with literary texts, and the role of extracurricular reading activities. Furthermore, the article reveals important aspects of stimulating students’ interest in the reading process, analyzing the works they read, and developing their ability to express independent opinions and draw conclusions based on them. The importance of cooperation between the school, teachers, and parents in the process of forming a reading culture is also emphasized. According to the results of the research, it is substantiated that the development of reading culture plays a significant role in enriching students  thinking, speech culture, moral and ethical views, and worldview.