The purpose of the diploma thesis is to determine the suitability of the various kites to carry out activities in the pre-school period as well to initiate the kite activities with children in the pre-school period. The thesis is divided into two parts, theoretical and empirical. The theoretical part presents the origin of kites and their subsequent use. Kite flying is defined as a type of children's game and a kite as a type of toy. The most appropriate age of the child for carrying out activities with kites is assessed. Two classifications of kites are listed in different groups. The composition of a kite and materials from which kites can be made are described. The flying of kites is strongly influenced by atmospheric conditions that is why the wind, and the method of measuring wind direction and speed are presented. The phenomenon of kite flying is also explained from the physics point of view. It describes the appropriate environment in which we can fly a kite and the role of assistant and adult in this process. Finally, it describes learning through inquiry and the positive effects of the kite's flying on the child.
The empirical part presents an analysis of the flights of different prototypes of kites of four different types. The process of producing three different models of kites is described. The thesis also presents the project work concerning kites, which can be carried out with children in the pre-school period. The attachment features a video of a 4-year-old child flying one of the kites in the gym.
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