LABOR SONGS AND THEIR ROLE IN RAISING A CHILD

This article provides a comprehensive analysis of the historical and pedagogical role of labor songs, as one of the oldest and most profound layers of Kyrgyz oral folklore, and their strategic importance in the upbringing of the younger generation. It is scientifically substantiated that labor songs, as an integral and powerful component of folk pedagogy, play an invaluable role in expanding a child's worldview, guiding them from an early age toward industriousness, endurance, responsibility, and a harmonious relationship with nature. The study examines the genesis, genre characteristics, and transformation processes of such classical labor songs as "Op Maida," "Shyryldan," and "Bekbekey." The article analyzes the educational functions of these songs from the perspective of emotional impact, the formation of aesthetic taste, and motivation toward labor skills. Special emphasis is placed on the scientific and methodological justification for integrating these songs into the modern educational process, specifically within "Literary Reading" lessons in primary schools using innovative methods. The article details the position of labor songs in children's literature, their artistic and poetic power, and their role in shaping a child's personal qualities through lyrical characters. In conclusion, recommendations are provided for developing national identity and students' positive attitudes toward labor by combining folk heritage with modern pedagogical technologies.