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Introduction
Speaking is a vital skill in teaching and learning a foreign language, as it is the essence of oral communication. Proficiency in speaking is essential because English is widely recognized as a global language. However, achieving mastery in this skill is not easy. It demands a solid understanding of several key components, including pronunciation, grammar, vocabulary, fluency, and comprehension.
Teachers should motivate students to speak and engage in classroom by offering activities that are both engaging and appropriate for students’ age and language level. Additionally, they should incorporate authentic, real-life scenarios that promote meaningful language use. Creating a supportive and relaxing classroom atmosphere is also essential to allow students to express themselves orally without fear of making mistakes.
Teaching speaking to young learners is essential since it fosters the development of communication skill which is regarded as one of the core competencies required in the 21st century. According to Becker and Roos (2016), developing communication skills is the central aim of foreign language education in primary schools. So, the primary EFL classroom should provide young learners with diverse opportunities to engage with the target language in spontaneous, productive, and creative ways
Speaking skills can be improved using a wide range of methods and techniques, one of which is the use of fables. As a literary genre, fables are short allegorical tales that represent one of the earliest forms of storytelling, often incorporating proverbs, legends, and parables. They serve as effective tools to help students enhance their oral communication, express themselves clearly, and engage in meaningful dialogue. Fables are widely used in children's literature across cultures (Iyanda, 2019), and they also play an important role in imparting moral aspects.
Moral aspects are fundamental principles that give meaning and direction to an individual’s lives, shaping his identity and character. They act as essential guidelines, helping people differentiate between right and wrong and informing their actions and decisions (Radha, 2016). They are grounded in a system of beliefs, principles, and standards that enable individuals to judge what is acceptable or unacceptable conduct defined by societal norms (Kaur, 2015). Without moral aspects, the stability and continuity of society would be at risk
Both parents and teachers hold a shared responsibility in nurturing moral values in children. Education should not only focus on academic achievement but also on the development of ethical principles. Integrating moral education into the curriculum is integral. According to Kaur (2016), moral aspects should be reinforced through regular repetition, and literature serves as an effective medium for this purpose. Through engaging and enjoyable stories, literature creates a meaningful learning environment that helps students internalize moral lessons.
Speaking skills and Moral aspects can be developed through using fables as the researcher hypothesized. This genre of children's literature primarily intends to convey universal moral lessons or cautionary messages. Fables are powerful tools for educating, entertaining, and preserving cultural values. Integrating fables into the school curriculum is essential, as they provide a meaningful avenue for enhancing children's reasoning, comprehension, critical thinking, and communication abilities (Iyanda, 2019; Sahin, 2019).s (Iyanda, 2019 ; Sahin,2019).
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