Educational Games and Cognitive Development and Learning in Preschool Children

Abstract

Educational games have a huge role in the overall development of children in creche. They are a teaching tool to promote early learning through play that is tailored to the cognitive, motor, social and emotional needs of young children. This article analyses the influence of educational games on preschool learning, emphasizing their impact on the development of language, motor skills, socialization, and autonomy. The study is based on a theoretical review of research within early childhood education and developmental psychology and on a questionnaire for parents. Results show that parents encourage the use of games in children’s learning.

Keywords: educational games, learning, preschool, early childhood, playful pedagogy, cognitive development.

Received Date: April 21, 2026

Accepted Date: May 12, 2026

Published Date: June 01, 2026

Available Online at: https://www.ijsrisjournal.com/index.php/ojsfiles/article/view/755