Ethnopedagogical bases of fostering a respectful attitude towards elders

The paper describes traditions, customs, values of the Kyrgyz people and their role in the upbringing of the younger generation. The relevance of the research is due to the loss of many social traditions and customs of respect for elders, which have been inherent in the Kyrgyz culture for a long time, as well as the need to find new forms of educational work with the younger generation. Cardinal cultural and social changes that led to a certain loss of behavioral expression of respect for elders in different life situations are identified and analyzed. The study shows the features of intergenerational relations in Kyrgyz society, the factors that cause such behavior, as well as positive and negative trends in the development of these relations. Effective methods of educational work are proposed in order to foster spiritual and moral qualities in the younger generation.