<![CDATA[This study aims to analyze the linguistic characteristics used in the social interactions of elementary school children and the factors influencing them within the school environment. Utilizing a library research method with a qualitative approach, this study synthesizes various academic sources from the last decade to map children's communication patterns. The results indicate that the linguistic characteristics of elementary students reflect a cognitive transition from egocentric to sociocentric behavior, where children begin to develop pragmatic skills and politeness strategies in social negotiation. Furthermore, a strong phenomenon of diglossia was found in certain regions, characterized by a functional separation between local languages as a symbol of solidarity and Indonesian as a formal educational medium. To overcome communication barriers, educators implement code-switching and code-mixing strategies to bridge student understanding. This study concludes that the language of elementary school children is a dynamic blend of cultural identity, digital media influence, and adaptation to social norms in the school setting. Keywords: Language Characteristics, Social Interaction, Elementary School Children, Pragmatics, Literature Study.]]>
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