A educação ambiental na sala de aula: uma análise bibliográfica e do currículo de Caxingó, Piauí

Abstract

Given the knowledge of the environmental problems faced over the years, the importance of working on environmental education within schools becomes clear. To verify the importance of implementing issues related to environmental education in schools, as well as obtain information about the subjects offered in schools that address this topic. This article was prepared through the analysis of the curriculum offered by the municipal education department to public elementary schools in the city of Caxingó-PI, in addition to bibliographical research on the topic in articles, dissertations and theses available in databases. Data from Scielo, Google Scholar and Brazilian Digital Library of theses and dissertations, from which exploratory readings and material selection were carried out. The articles studied strengthen the idea that environmental practices and differentiated classes are of fundamental importance for raising students’ awareness of problems related to the environment. Students showed greater interest when it came to practical activities, being able to use easily accessible materials to use these activities. It is concluded that working on environmental education within the classroom stimulates students’ interest and love for the environment, as you only take care of what you love.