The Unique Value and Application of Local Cultural Stories in Early Literacy Education for Young Children

Local cultural stories hold a unique position in early childhood literacy education. This qualitative study aims to explore the value of local cultural stories in early childhood literacy education through in - depth interviews with four respondents from different backgrounds. The analysis results show that local cultural stories can effectively improve children's language skills, enrich their vocabulary, and enhance the accuracy and fluency of their expressions. They can also deepen children's understanding of local culture and help them comprehend the connotations behind the culture. Moreover, these stories can stimulate children's thinking and creativity, enabling them to demonstrate unique innovative thinking in literacy activities. Additionally, they can cultivate children's reading interest and improve their reading concentration and initiative. Overall, local cultural stories enrich the learning experience of early childhood literacy education, broaden children's knowledge horizons, and are of great significance for improving children's comprehensive qualities. This study indicates that local cultural stories should be actively integrated into early childhood literacy education to promote the all - round development of children.