The role of culture in the social development of children

Abstract

Culture is a comprehensive and intertwined subject connected to history،customs،traditions،and developments،all of which play a role in the social upbringing of the child. Parents primarily facilitate the child's social development through culture،which represents the most effective method. This research discusses the significant role of culture in this process. The study aims to analyze the function of culture in the social development of the child and to demonstrate how cultural and historical changes influence this process. The central research problem is focused on the question: "Does culture play a role in the child's social development?" The study specifically links the importance and characteristics of cultural elements and components to social development.

The research methodology was descriptive-analytical, particularly utilizing semi-structured interviews with eight (8) university lecturers from the College of Education for Human Sciences in Said Sadiq/University of Sulaimani. The questions generally focused on the importance of culture and history in the general education of children.

The findings emphasize the necessity of introducing children to culture, core values, and national and cultural foundations from an early stage through effective means such as stories, songs, and art. The study revealed that children familiar with both their own culture and external cultures possess better abilities to solve their problems. Various institutions, including the family, school, media, and others, have a key role in transmitting culture to the child, thereby actively contributing to the child's social development and establishing the foundation for a healthy and active personality. Finally, the research conclusions, suggestions, recommendations, and references are presented.