This article analyzes the pedagogical and psychological ways of developing the cognitive activity of preschool children. Game activities, interactive methods, the use of modern technologies and problem-based educational approaches are of great importance in increasing the cognitive activity of children. In the study, the individual approach to children's cognitive development and effective methods of forming their creative abilities were considered. The role of motivation and creative tasks in activating children's cognitive processes is also studied. These approaches are aimed at increasing efficiency in the educational process and serve to form children's independent learning and cognitive abilities.

preschool age, cognitive activity, pedagogical methods, psychological approach, game activity, interactive education, problem-based education, motivation, creative abilities.

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