In ancient times, the life of nomadic Kazakhs was primarily associated with animal husbandry. And, of course, a lot of folk games were connected with animals, games of assiki were widespread among both children and adults.
On 11.12.2021, on the eve of the holiday dedicated to the 30th anniversary of Independence of the Republic of Kazakhstan, a lesson on the discipline "Theory and methodology of physical education" was held among the students of the graduation group of the specialty "Preschool education and upbringing" in which students played the game asyk ata.
The purpose of this lesson was to form students' respect for the historical and cultural heritage of the Kazakh people, as well as to increase interest in the knowledge of Kazakh national games that teach dexterity and accuracy
– In childhood we played asyk ata. She brings up attention, dexterity, makes a person think, make a quick decision, - says the teacher of special disciplines, Yurkova E.A.