This article discusses the importance and methods of developing critical thinking skills in primary school students. Critical thinking helps children develop a culture of problem solving, independent thinking, and communication. The article focuses on asking problematic questions, organizing debates and discussions, creative tasks, and the role of the teacher. Teachers are recommended to use various innovative methods to develop critical thinking. This article can also be useful as a methodological guide for educators.

Critical thinking, primary education, problematic questions, creative thinking, analysis, debate and discussion, the role of the teacher, freedom of thought, logical tasks, independent thinking

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