The Use of Digital Storytelling in Early Childhood Education: A Systematic Review

Digital storytelling has become an important tool in early childhood education, blending traditional storytelling methods with modern multimedia technologies. This systematic review synthesises research from 2013 to 2024, focusing on how digital storytelling is utilised in early childhood education, evaluating its effectiveness, implementation strategies, and challenges faced by educators. The review examines studies sourced from the Web of Science and Scopus databases, narrowing the search to 36 studies. Key findings show that digital storytelling positively impacts language development, creativity, and digital literacy, with 70% of the reviewed studies reporting advantageous outcomes. Although most research has focused on formal educational settings and language growth, this review stresses the need for further exploration of pedagogical strategies and the use of digital storytelling across diverse cultural and socio-economic contexts. The findings highlight digital storytelling’s potential as a pedagogical tool that promotes inclusivity, supports varied learning needs, and offers valuable opportunities for educators to incorporate technology into early childhood education.