Importance of traditional games for the development of emotions in children

Abstract

Traditional games (hereafter referred to as TG) have endured over time, being passed down through generations as part of the cultural legacy of societies. These ludic practices have particular characteristics that vary from region to region, such as specific names, rules, materials used and various forms of execution. Their impact goes beyond mere entertainment, as they contribute significantly to the empowerment of the cultural identity of those who practice them. In addition, traditional games are a valuable didactic strategy for the formation of emotional education in childhood. Through their practice, they stimulate the growth of three fundamental dimensions: intrapersonal skills, which help students recognize and self-regulate their emotions; interpersonal skills, which foster communication, cooperation and coexistence with others; and emotional management, which enables them to face situations of conflict or stress in an appropriate manner. All these aspects promote a harmonious coexistence both in the social and school context. The purpose of this paper is to analyze the relevance of JT in the emotional formation of children. For this purpose, the PRISMA method was adopted and a systematic review was used to compile and examine previous research on the subject. As a result, it is concluded that the JTs constitute an essential pedagogical tool, since they promote the emotional formation of the students, thus strengthening their integral wellbeing