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Science and Education in Karakalpakstan. 2023 №2/1 ISSN 2181-9203 
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properly maintained, that instructors are trained in water safety, and that children are always 
supervised while in the water [5]. 
Another important characteristic of organizing swimming lessons in preschool education is 
the use of play-based activities. Research has shown that young children learn best through play [4]. 
Play-based activities are therefore an effective way to engage children in swimming lessons, 
develop their motor skills, and help them overcome any fear of water. As noted by Jurak et al. [2], 
play-based activities such as games, songs, and stories can make swimming lessons enjoyable and 
fun for young children. 
Moreover, instructors should be patient and empathetic when conducting swimming lessons 
in preschool education. Young children may be nervous or fearful when entering the water, and it is 
important that instructors create a safe and supportive learning environment. According to Quan et 
al. [8], instructors should use positive reinforcement and praise to build children's confidence in the 
water [6], and should avoid using negative or punitive language. 
Furthermore, swimming lessons in preschool education should be developmentally 
appropriate. Young children have limited attention spans and may not be able to follow complex 
instructions. According to Langendorfer and Bruya [1], swimming lessons in preschool education 
should be structured around simple and achievable goals, such as floating on their back or blowing 
bubbles. Instructors should also provide clear and concise instructions that are easy for young 
children to understand. 
Finally, swimming lessons in preschool education should be conducted in a supportive and 
inclusive environment. Research has shown that young children benefit from social interaction and 
peer learning [3]. Instructors should therefore encourage children to work together, praise each 
other's efforts, and provide opportunities for children to interact with one another. To identify the 
characteristics of organizing and conducting swimming lessons in preschool education, a systematic 
literature review was conducted. The following search terms were used in various combinations: 
swimming lessons, preschool education, characteristics, organizing, conducting, teaching, learning, 
and early childhood education
. Electronic databases including Google Scholar, ERIC, Scopus, and 
PubMed were used to identify relevant articles published in English language peer-reviewed 
journals. A total of 20 articles were included in the review, published between 2010 and 2021. The 
articles were analyzed and the following characteristics of organizing and conducting swimming 
lessons in preschool education were identified: 
Safety
: Safety is of paramount importance when teaching swimming to preschool children. 
The instructor must ensure that the pool is safe and that the children are supervised at all times. 
Children should also be taught basic water safety rules, such as never swimming alone and always 
wearing a life jacket. 
Instructional design
: Swimming lessons should be designed to meet the developmental 
needs of preschool children. The lessons should be fun, engaging, and age-appropriate. They should 
also include a variety of activities to cater to the different learning styles of children. 
Teaching strategies
: Preschool children learn best through play and exploration. Swimming 
lessons should incorporate teaching strategies that are play-based and hands-on. These may include 
games, songs, and activities that help children to develop their motor skills and confidence in the 
water. 
Parental involvement
: Parents should be involved in the swimming lessons of their children. 
They should be encouraged to attend the lessons and to practice swimming with their children 
outside of class. This helps to reinforce the skills learned in class and to strengthen the bond 
between parent and child. 

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