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Malaysia, a vibrant nation located in Southeast Asia, is celebrated globally for its remarkable cultural diversity. Renowned for its rich cultural heritage, Malaysia remains focused on tackling the ongoing task of fostering national unity among its diverse racial communities. The education system, which ideally serves as a melting pot for the younger generation, has yet to fully capitalize on its potential to bridge racial divides and cultivate a unified national identity. Nurturing unity from a young age is a vital step towards building a more harmonious and inclusive society. Early childhood presents a unique window of opportunity to instill values of cooperation, understanding, and mutual respect among individuals. This foundational period is crucial because it is when children are most open and receptive to learning about the world around them and the diverse people within it. Hence, this concept paper discusses the incorporation of traditional costumes in education as an approach to introduce and nurture the unity concepts among preschoolers, with the relevance of Jean Piaget's cognitive development theory.
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