Development of spatial thinking in the process of cultivating cartographic literacy in primary education learners

Abstract

The development of spatial thinking is a crucial aspect of cognitive growth in primary education learners, as it enables the ability to navigate both real and graphical spaces, analyse relationships between objects, and assess their dimensions, distances, and locations. In contemporary educational contexts, the issue of fostering cartographic literacy as a means of enhancing spatial thinking has become particularly relevant, as it equips pupils with the skills necessary to work effectively with geographical maps and other graphical materials.