Ukrainian folk crafts as means of esthetical education of children with migrant background

Abstract

The purpose of the presented research was to demonstrate the role of national folk arts and crafts in esthetical education of Ukrainian migrants’ children in Portugal. The notion “esthetical education” is defined as a complex and dynamic structure combining emotional, value, intellectual and practical esthetical components, which determine the necessity to perceive and transform the reality by beauty principles, the ability to apply the esthetical experience in everyday life. It has been concluded that in order to preserve their identity and language, Ukrainian children with migrant background have the opportunity to attend educational cenres providing educational activities in the Ukrainian language beyond the established formal education system of Portugal. The potential of national folk arts and crafts can be used in extracurricular activities to develop aesthetic outlook, creative skills and to contribute to respect for national traditions and formation of national consciousness.