Literatura infanto juvenil no livro didático a conquista – língua portuguesa – 6º ano

Abstract

The presence of children's and young adult literature in textbooks is justified by its importance in shaping critical readers who are capable of reflecting on social, cultural, and ethical values from an early age. Considering that the textbook is one of the main pedagogical tools in the school environment, the problem arises of understanding how this type of literature is addressed and utilized in teaching practices. Therefore, this study aims to analyze the presence of children's and young adult literature in textbooks and its contribution to the development of critical and reflective readers, promoting cultural diversity and inclusion within the school context. To this end, a qualitative analysis is conducted on the textbook A Conquista – Língua Portuguesa – 6o ano, relating its content to the principles of the Brazilian National Common Curricular Base (BNCC) and the socio-interactionist theory. The theoretical framework is based on authors such as Nelly Novaes Coelho, Regina Zilberman, Edmir Perrotti, Elaine Freibeger, and Lilia Cademartori, who discuss the aesthetic, pedagogical, and social functions of children's and young adult literatureThe analysis shows that the book proposes a literary approach integrated into various genres, such as adventure narratives, folktales, and cordel literature, with content that encourages reflection on identity, representation, and social issues. This leads to the conclusion that children's literature, when introduced critically and contextually, significantly contributes to building an inclusive, diverse, and humanizing education.