Application of projects for formation of primary students informative activity

In the article on the basis of modern scientific and methodical literature analysis educational projects' place in modern school education has been studied. The role of project-based learning in the formation and development of younger students' research curiosity has been revealed. Methodological expediency of the method in elementary school with the aim of students' familiarity with scientific activities has been proved. Based on practical experience the most possible and favorable options for project activities have been revealed. The basic measures to avoid the most common mistakes when using project methods in elementary school have been grounded. The necessity of expanding the project beyond classes and individual discipline has been proved.