Author: Якубова, Асия; Хайдарова, Р.А.

Annotation: The article examines the importance of play-based methods in the adaptation of first-grade pupils to the school environment from the perspective of gender equality. The relevance of the study is обусловлена by the need to reduce stress factors during the transition to formal schooling and to overcome gender stereotypes in education. The aim of the research is to determine the pedagogical potential of play activities as a means of successful school adaptation. The results show that the use of gender-neutral play elements contributes to the development of cognitive activity, social competence, and the formation of equal educational opportunities. The study concludes that the systematic use of inclusive play-based forms is advisable at the initial stage of schooling.

Keywords: play activity, school adaptation, gender equality, first graders, pedagogical methods, learning motivation, inclusive education, gender stereotypes, socialization, equal opportunities.

Pages in journal: 298 - 301