Document Type : Research Paper
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Assistant Prof of Persian Language and Literature, Velayat University, Iranshahr, Iran
Abstract
Children’s songs and rhymes form a vital part of folk literature. Like other oral traditions, they emerge from the natural environment, climate, and the lived experiences of communities and remain deeply rooted in these elements. A significant portion of Balochi folk literature, particularly oral traditions related to children, remains undocumented and unpublished. Without proper recording, analysis, and dissemination, many of these cultural treasures risk being lost or altered over time, making it difficult to access the inherited cultural legacy and leaving gaps in our understanding of the Baloch people. Each geographical region and ecosystem carries its own unique characteristics, which inevitably shape human life. These environmental factors also influence the literary expressions of a society. This is clearly reflected in Balochi literature, including its children's songs. This study aims to examine Balochi children's songs through the lens of climate and environment, exploring how these factors shape the themes, structures, and educational roles of such songs. By analyzing the interplay between ecological conditions and oral traditions, the paper sheds light on the cultural significance of children's songs in Baloch society and emphasizes the urgency of preserving these intangible heritages before they fade or transform beyond recognition.
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