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Gagauz poetry for children generally uses simple fluent language and contains themes children can understand. These poems frequently deal with subjects such as nature, animals, family relationships, friendship, games, and daily life. Poetry generally aims to attract children’s attention with the use of rhythm, repetition, rhyme, and poetic language. Traditional motifs, legends, and mythological elements may also be included in Gagauz poetry for children. In this way, children develop their creative thinking and imagination while becoming familiar with their own cultural heritage. Gagauz poetry for children is usually published in schools and children’s literature magazines. In addition, these poems are read enthusiastically by Gagauz children at various events held in Gagauz Yeri. This poetry for children also plays an important role in transferring the Gagauz language and culture to future generations and help children develop their language skills, strengthen their ability to express themselves emotionally, and discover their own cultural identity. Interest in Gagauz poetry for children has increased in recent years. Various institutions and organizations support Gagauz authors and magazines that publish in the Gagauz language. Again, the children’s poems are read in non-printed media, such as on television or the radio. This is extremely important for languages struggling to survive such as Gagauz. This study provides a general discussion of the history, contents, and authors of Gagauz poetry for children.

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