Reflection of the Principles of Folk Pedagogy in Works of Ukrainian Fiction

The article analyses the fundamental principles of folk pedagogy, in particular the cultivation of love for one’s homeland, respect for parents and elders, diligence, morality, spirituality, humanity, and the preservation of national traditions. It has been established that fiction serves as an important means of reflecting folk wisdom and pedagogical experience, since through literary images, character portrayals, and depictions of life situations, writers convey the moral values and educational ideals of the Ukrainian people. Particular attention is devoted to the analysis of works by Ukrainian writers in which folk-pedagogical ideas and educational aspects are revealed. It has been demonstrated that questions of family upbringing, the formation of the moral qualities of the individual, the affirmation of patriotic sentiments, and the spiritual development of the person occupy a significant place in the works of Ukrainian authors. It has been established that, through the artistic interpretation of human relationships, the moral choices of characters, and social issues, writers not only reflected the realities of life of the Ukrainian people but also performed an important educational function. As a result of the study, it has been established that Ukrainian fiction constitutes an important factor in the preservation and transmission of folk-pedagogical traditions. It contributes to the formation of a spiritually rich personality, the development of moral qualities, national consciousness, and a system of values, and furthermore ensures a connection between the historical experience of the people and contemporary educational processes. It is concluded that the principles of folk pedagogy reflected in works of Ukrainian fiction remain relevant under present-day conditions and can be effectively employed in the process of educating and raising the younger generation.