Práticas pedagógicas em sustentabilidade e educação ambiental com estudantes dos anos iniciais a partir da abordagem STEAM

Abstract

This article presents the results of an environmental education research study conducted with early years students. It describes an investigative pedagogical practice focused on the preservation of Igarapé do Passarinho, a stream located near the school, which raised concerns among students and teachers. The study sought to answer the question: "How can students at Carmem Guimarães Hagge School develop environmental conservation awareness, considering the damage caused to Igarapé do Passarinho and its residents?" In response to this question, the project was titled "Environmental Education and STEAM: Preservation of Igarapé do Passarinho."

By adopting the STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Mathematics) approach, we were able to analyze the problem from multiple areas of knowledge. The research is qualitative and participatory, with data recorded through videos and field notebooks. The analysis was based on theoretical frameworks supporting qualitative research and environmental education.

At the end of the investigation, we concluded that the students contributed to raising awareness within the school community and among local residents  through practical and reflective educational actions. They also developed a holistic view  of the situation using the STEAM approach, emphasizing that children also possess an investigative profile for science education.