This article explores the significance of role plays for shaping oral speech in young learners aged 6-7 years through English. Based on in the competency-based approach of Uzbekistan’s State Preschool Education Curriculum, the article highlights why role plays serves as a good means in early childhood education, particularly within English language classes. It outlines not only games with roles, but also emphasizes the importance of role plays from educational, psychological, social and linguistic point of view. The integration of these competencies is essential for expressing inner feelings, starting communication without hesitations and giving children a sense of freedom while interacting with others, which is considered more important in our culturally diverse and competitive world.  

Role plays, Gamification, Project-based learning, Preschool Education

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