This article explores the significance of foreign language teaching methodology in preschool preparatory groups. The focus is on the psychological, pedagogical, and linguistic foundations of teaching a second language to children aged 5–7. The paper highlights how age-appropriate, playful, and interactive methods contribute to effective language acquisition, cognitive development, and communicative competence in young learners. The integration of songs, games, storytelling, and visual aids is emphasized as a core part of the methodology. The role of the teacher's language input and the learning environment are also discussed as crucial factors in motivating and engaging preschool children in the language learning process.

foreign language, preschool education, early learning, language acquisition, teaching methodology, preparatory group, interactive learning, communicative competence

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