MORAL EDUCATION THROUGH COMMUNICATION IN PRIMARY SCHOOL CHILDREN: THE ROLE OF THE FAMILY ENVIRONMENT
Keywords:
Moral education, family communication, primary school children, moral development, family environment, ethical values, socializationAbstract
This article examines the role of family communication in fostering moral education among primary school children. It highlights how verbal and non-verbal interactions between parents and children contribute to the development of values such as honesty, respect, empathy, and responsibility. Drawing on psychological and pedagogical research, the paper explores the mechanisms through which the family environment shapes children’s moral reasoning and social behavior. The findings emphasize the need for open, respectful, and consistent communication in the family as a key factor in forming a strong moral foundation during the early school years.
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