This article analyzes the pedagogical potential of role-playing games in the process of early career guidance for preschool children. The study highlights the theoretical foundations of forming initial ideas about various professions within preschool education. The role of role-playing games in developing children’s social activity, creativity, and professional interests is examined. In addition, the pedagogical conditions for effectively organizing career guidance activities through role-playing games are discussed. The results emphasize the importance of applying innovative pedagogical approaches in preschool education.

Preschool education, early career guidance, role-playing games, pedagogical conditions, professional education, child development, pedagogical technologies, STEAM approach, social activity, career interest, innovative education, creative activity, learning environment, game-based methods, preschool pedagogy.

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