Using national and active games in preschool education institutions

This article explores the role of ethnosports and traditional national games in promoting the physical development of preschool-aged children. Guided by Presidential Decree of Uzbekistan, the study highlights methodological approaches to popularizing national sports and helping young children assimilate cultural values. The essence, benefits, and psychological impact of traditional Uzbek folk games on children's physical growth and moral education are discussed, accompanied by practical examples. The findings emphasize the importance of introducing ethnosport at an early age to support the holistic development of children physically, spiritually, and socially.