STORYBOOK “GUARDIANS OF HEALTH” 0 0

DEVELOPMENT OF A DIDACTIC-PEDAGOGICAL MATERIAL FOR SCIENCE EDUCATION IN EARLY CHILDHOOD

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https://doi.org/10.56579/n7943812

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Early Childhood Education, Science Teaching, Narratives, Scientific Literacy, Body Health

Abstract

This article presents the design and analytical process of the storybook Guardians of Health and its complementary material, developed as didactic resources for Science Education in Early Childhood Education. The main objective was to create a multimodal narrative proposal that introduces young children to scientific notions related to the body, health habits, and self-care, integrating imagination, language, and everyday experiences. The methodology adopted followed a qualitative instructional design approach, involving curriculum analysis, theoretical grounding, literary scripting, visual production, development of pedagogical activities, and critical reflection on the educational potential of the material. The resource demonstrates conceptual and aesthetic coherence, supporting the integration of imagination, language, and scientific knowledge in a sensitive, playful, and interdisciplinary manner. The presence of guardian-characters, the temporal organization of the narrative, and the use of multimodal languages contribute to making scientific concepts accessible and meaningful to children. The storybook represents a promising tool for teachers seeking to integrate narrative and scientific literacy in Early Childhood Education, although its effectiveness will depend on future implementation processes, teacher mediation, and contextual analysis. Further work is recommended to validate the material empirically and expand its thematic scope.

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  • Elvys Wagner Ferreirada Silva, State University of Maranhão

    Holds a degree in Mathematics from the Federal University of Maranhão (2004), a specialization in School Management from Unidade de Ensino Superior Dom Bosco – MA (2006), a specialization in Foundations of Mathematics from the State University of Maranhão (2009), and a specialization in Statistics from the State University of Maranhão (2014). Holds a Master’s degree in Science and Mathematics Education from the Institute of Mathematical and Scientific Education at the Federal University of Pará (2016), in the field of Mathematics Education. Mathematics teacher in Basic Education at the Municipal Department of Education of São Luís, Maranhão. In Higher Education, teaches Applied Statistics, Biostatistics, Mathematics, and Scientific Research Methodology in undergraduate and graduate programs. Has experience as Coordinator of the Institutional Evaluation Committee. Has experience in the field of Education, with an emphasis on Mathematics Education and Statistics Education. Treasurer and Board Member of the Maranhão Regional Chapter of the Brazilian Society of Mathematics Education (SBEM). Currently a Ph.D. candidate in the Graduate Program in Teaching of the Northeast Teaching Network (RENOEN/UEMA).

  • Karla Jeane Coqueiro Bezerra Soares, State University of Maranhão

    Holds a Bachelor’s degree and a teaching degree in Biological Sciences from the Federal University of Maranhão (2015) and a Master’s degree in Science Teaching from the Graduate Program in Science and Mathematics Teaching (PPECEM/UFMA) (2017). Member of the Research Group on Science and Biology Teaching (GPECBio) and the Research Group on Education, Science Communication and Environment (DiCEA), both at UFMA. Worked as a substitute professor in the Natural Sciences Teaching Degree Program at UFMA, Pinheiro campus, from February 2019 to February 2021. She also served as Scientific Director and as a mentor and facilitator in the design of active learning experiences at Interface Educacional, an educational advisory and consulting company, from 2018 to 2024. She teaches and conducts research in the field of Teacher Education, with an emphasis on teacher knowledge, professional identity, and the teaching and learning of Science and Biology.

  • João Aranha Barros, State University of Maranhão

    Ph.D. candidate in Teaching at PPGEN/UEMA/RENOEN. Holds a Master’s degree in Education from the Graduate Program in Education (PPGE/UEMA). Holds postgraduate specializations in Educational and School Management from UEMA; Education, Poverty and Social Inequality from UFMA; Curriculum and Teaching Practice in the Early Years of Elementary Education from UFPI; Methodologies for Teaching Mathematics and Physics from IESF; Natural Sciences, Technologies and the World of Work from UFPI; Applied Human and Social Sciences and the World of Work from UFPI; Languages, Technologies and the World of Work from UFPI; Mathematics, Technologies and the World of Work from UFPI; and Art Teaching from UNIFAHE. Currently pursuing a postgraduate specialization in Information Technology in Education at IFMA. Holds undergraduate degrees in Sciences with a specialization in Mathematics from UEMA; Pedagogy from Instituto Superior de Educação São Judas Tadeu (ISESJT); Portuguese/English Language and Literature from UNIOESTE; and Visual Arts from UNIFAHE. Also holds technical qualifications in Public Services and Agriculture and Livestock from IFMA.

  • Welberth Santos Ferreira, State University of Maranhão

    Holds a degree in Physics from the Federal University of Maranhão (2003) and a Master’s degree in Physics from the Federal University of Ceará (2005). He holds a Ph.D. in Physics from the University of Porto. He completed a postdoctoral fellowship in Physics at the Institute of Nanoscience and Nanotechnology of the University of Porto (2014). He served as the area coordinator of the Physics Pedagogical Residency Program. He is Deputy Coordinator of the Doctoral Program in Teaching of the Northeast Teaching Network (RENOEN) and General Coordinator of the Master’s Program in Educational Processes and Technologies (EDUCATEC). He has experience in Theoretical and Experimental Physics, working mainly in the areas of Condensed Matter Physics and Educational Technologies. Senior Research Productivity Fellow (2023–2025) at the State University of Maranhão.

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STORYBOOK “GUARDIANS OF HEALTH”: DEVELOPMENT OF A DIDACTIC-PEDAGOGICAL MATERIAL FOR SCIENCE EDUCATION IN EARLY CHILDHOOD. (2026). Interdisciplinary Studies Journal, 8(4), 01-24. https://doi.org/10.56579/n7943812