THE USE OF UNFORMED MATERIAL IN THE SYSTEM OF AESTHETIC EDUCATION OF YOUNGER STUDENTS

This article examines new ways of cultivating aesthetic education through additional education in el- ementary school. The author shows how combining the use of unformed materials (such as books, bottles, toys, etc.) and educational process helps to improve emotional and physical development of the child. The important elements for aesthetic education are: researching aesthetic theory constant contact with artistic environment, par- ticipation in creative activities and stimulation of personal awareness. As an example of such additional educa- tion the author has combined these elements in a specifically created program called "Dance around us". It is a complex of exercises, games and methodological recommendations which are based on author's practical work with unformed materials during lessons with children in elementary school