Формування Екологічної Компетентності Молодших Школярів На Основі Інноваційних Методів Навчання

The article presents the experience of fostering environmental competence in primary school students through innovative teaching methods. It substantiates the value of combining various teaching methods, including daily nature observations, research and project-based activities, practical environmental initiatives, educational games, creative tasks, and digital resources. The author’sapproach to organizing environmental activities based on the «Explore - Care - Act» principle is outlined. Practical examples are described regarding the study of birds, plants, fungi, water, soil, and other environmental components; the creation of bird feeders and insect hotels; plant cultivation; waste sorting; material reuse; and the implementation of nature conservation projects. Particular attention is paid to transferring environmental practices from the classroom to the family setting. Based on pedagogical observations, changes in the cognitive activity, environmental behavior, and attitudes toward nature among primary school students are outlined. It is emphasized that a pressing task of modern education is fostering environmental competence in the younger generation through innovative teaching methods.