Project-based learning is an educational approach in which children are at the center of the educational process. Children are enabled to actively participate and explore by providing space and materials that will meet children's needs. Project-based learning enables children to develop a wide range of skills and competencies. Through active learning through practical activities, research and experimentation children develop critical thinking. They develop cooperation, teamwork, share ideas, come to an agreement, listen to each other and together find solutions to problems and reach set goals. Project-based learning is based on children's interests, which increases children's motivation and engagement, they become more involved and dedicated to learning. In project-based learning, children develop independence and self-confidence, have the freedom to be a creative and innovative, explore different approaches and find solutions. Through reflection, children reflect on what they have learned and become aware of their own progress and think about further improvements. Project-based learning is adapted to the individual needs and interests of children. Encourages children to be active and cooperate. It develops skills and competencies that are important to them for the future. The goal of this paper was to determine the value of project learning for preschool children in kindergarten from the perspective of educators of early and preschool children in the Republic of Croatia. The research was conducted using an online questionnaire. The results of the research showed the educator's opinion that project-based learning plays a major role in the child's overall learning and that it is essential for the child's overall growth and development.