Peculiarities of Morality Development in Children (aged 5-7 years old) in Conditions Screen Culture
The article introduces theoretical foundations of the process of morality development in children of senior pre-school age. It proposes the definition and content of the term «morality», describes the major differences between activity and behavior. It was found out that behavior of a modern child is influenced by screen culture, i.e. cartoons. The article describes the essence of cartoon's influence within the context of morality development in children aged 5-7. The author offers situations describing contact of pre-school children with cartoons, singles out and substantiates stages of formation of the process under study. The applied aspect of the problem under study can be used in practical work of kindergarten teachers and teachers of additional educational institutions. The results of the study can be used by kindergarten teachers, students of pedagogical educational institutions, and parents.