This article examines the psychological characteristics of intellectual development in preschool-aged children through comprehensive analysis of contemporary research literature. The study explores cognitive processes, developmental stages, and factors influencing intellectual growth during the preschool period. The findings emphasize the critical nature of the preschool period in establishing cognitive foundations and highlight the multifaceted nature of intellectual development processes.

preschool children, intellectual development, cognitive processes, psychological characteristics, early childhood education, developmental psychology

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