Literatura antirracista na educação infantil

Abstract

This study analyzes the contribution of Black literature to strengthening the identity of Black and non-Black children. The research was conducted during a teaching internship in the city of Brejo Santo, Ceará, with children aged four and five. A qualitative approach was adopted, characterized as field research and action research, using participant observation and field notes as data collection methods. The activities carried out included identifying the children’s perceptions of their skin tones and reading the book My Hair Is a Crown by bell hooks, followed by practical activities related to aesthetics and curly hair. The results indicate that the use of Black literature in the school environment contributes positively to the appreciation of diversity, the recognition of ethnic-racial identities, and the development of children’s self-esteem. It is concluded that the inclusion of works featuring Black protagonists in Early Childhood Education constitutes a relevant pedagogical strategy for promoting anti-racist educational practices from the early years of schooling.