ENHANCING PRIMARY EDUCATION THROUGH STORYTELLING: A PATHWAY TO LANGUAGE ACQUISITION AND IMAGINATION

Storytelling has become an indispensable tool in primary education, offering a dynamic approach to teaching and learning. By integrating storytelling into problem-solving activities, educators can promote language acquisition, enhance imagination, and develop critical thinking skills. This study explores the multifaceted benefits of storytelling in cognitive, social, and linguistic domains, emphasizing its ability to engage learners holistically. Additionally, practical strategies for implementing storytelling-based tasks are discussed, along with solutions to common challenges. The findings highlight storytelling's transformative potential in fostering creativity, collaboration, and communication among primary school learners, making it a cornerstone of modern pedagogy.