North Korea’s Tips for Growing Smart and Happy Kids: Approach to Early Education Revealed

In North Korea, it is recommended that children learn foreign languages, swim, play musical instruments, dance, clean, and have emotional development from an early age to ensure proper upbringing.

On Friday, Rodong Sinmun, North Korea’s state-run newspaper, reported that children rapidly acquire beneficial skills and habits that contribute to their growth.

Regarding foreign languages, it stated, “Children who know even one foreign language adapt well to change, have good memory, and develop strong social skills.”

The paper noted that swimming strengthens the arms and legs, develops balance control, and helps children overcome their fear of water. It also relieves stress and relaxes the body.

The article noted that when playing musical instruments, “It develops hearing, fosters a sense of melody and harmony, and enables those who play instruments to express themselves creatively and regulate their emotions easily.”

Dance is said to have many benefits for balance control, spatial awareness, flexibility, and mobility. Through dancing, individuals learn to control their bodies freely.

Cleaning was described as a way for “children to learn how to manage their environment by collecting waste. This process also lays the foundation for understanding the world around them.”

The article added, “When these children grow up, they will desire to maintain their living spaces and learn not to litter in public areas.”

Finally, the paper emphasized the importance of emotional expression: “Children must be taught how to understand and properly express their emotions and feelings. Developing emotional intelligence is crucially important.”