O uso de recursos concretos/pedagógicos como potencializador no fortalecimento da identidade e da cultura local.

Abstract

Early childhood education is essential for children's development, providing a solid foundation for academic learning and strengthening social and cultural aspects. The BNCC (National Common Curricular Base) emphasizes the importance of pedagogical practices that promote learning in a contextualized way. In this sense, the use of concrete materials allows children to interact with elements that reflect their reality, making learning more meaningful. The school, as a space for socialization, integrates the cultural and economic aspects of the community into the school curriculum. Valuing regional knowledge, such as family farming and crafts, allows students to acquire academic knowledge, strengthening their sense of belonging and cultural identity. This work investigates the use of concrete materials in teaching and learning in Early Childhood Education, focusing on the cognitive and motor development of children in Infant V at the Benícia Alves de Lima Municipal School, in the community of Santa Catarina, Monteiro-PB. The pedagogical proposal integrates local culture and economy, highlighting regional knowledge, promoting meaningful and contextualized learning. The study, which used a qualitative approach, used direct classroom observation, records, and informal interviews with educators and community members. The pedagogical activities explored concrete materials, such as handcrafted items and elements of the local economy, providing experiences that facilitate the understanding of abstract concepts and value culture. The results indicated that the use of concrete materials favored the motor and cognitive development of children, in addition to strengthening their connection with the content covered, stimulating a sense of belonging and valuing local culture. It is concluded that pedagogical practices that integrate culture into teaching promote the integral development of students, strengthening their ties with their origins and expanding their learning.