Estrategias Didácticas Basadas en Juego y Arte para Fortalecer la Dimensión Socioafectiva en Niños del CDI "El Recuerdo"

Abstract

This study focuses on the implementation of didactic strategies based on play and art to strengthen the socio-affective dimension of children aged 3 to 5 in the institutional modality of the CDI “El Recuerdo” in Monteria, Córdoba. Based on the research line "early childhood development" and using a qualitative approach, the action research design was employed to diagnose the children’s emotional needs, plan and implement pedagogical interventions, and evaluate their outcomes. The participating population included children from the CDI, teachers, and families. Techniques such as interviews, participant observation, field diaries, and artistic play workshops were used. Improvements were observed in emotional expression, self-regulation, and social skills in children, as well as a strengthened family-school bond. However, limitations such as a lack of resources and short timeframes to consolidate sustained changes were identified. The research proposes scalable methodologies for other vulnerable educational contexts, aiming to integrate emotional and social development into the early childhood curriculum. It concludes that play and art are not only effective didactic tools but also essential means to create safe and emotionally supportive environments that foster children's comprehensive well-being. Thus, this work seeks to contribute empirical evidence and sustainable pedagogical practices that positively impact socio-educational development from early childhood.