Sustainable development and its relationship to the emotional intelligence of children at the Early Childhood Education level: A systematic review
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early childhood education, sustainability, emotional intelligence, social-emotional skillsAbstract
The purpose of the research is to explore the relationship between sustainable development and emotional intelligence in early childhood education, and how well-being, coexistence, and study were developed based on articles published between 2019 and 2025 in recognized academic databases, which applied inclusion and exclusion criteria based on criteria; The results concluded that these practices allow for the development of self-regulation, empathy, self-esteem, and cooperation, and lead to ecological awareness from an early age, especially when implemented over a long period of time. it was stated that the link between sustainability and emotional intelligence allows for inclusive, equitable education, aligned with the sustainable development goals for education, aimed at training people to be aware and have an adequate emotional balance.
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