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À descoberta de espaços verdes na cidade: uma intervenção no jardim de infância
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Durante muitos anos, a exploração da natureza e a aprendizagem em contacto direto com o mundo natural foram sendo progressivamente desvalorizadas, o que levou ao afastamento gradual das crianças desses espaços. Face a esta realidade, e reconhecendo a necessidade de reaproximar as crianças da natureza, o presente Relatório Final propõe-se responder à questão “Qual o contributo de jardins na cidade para o brincar e a descoberta de espaços naturais?”, através de uma intervenção educativa em contexto de Jardim de Infância. Pretende-se compreender de que forma os jardins na cidade e a utilização de elementos naturais podem influenciar o brincar e o conhecimento do mundo natural.
A intervenção em contexto de Educação Pré-Escolar decorreu no ano letivo de 2020/2021, numa Instituição Particular de Solidariedade Social, na cidade de Coimbra. Esta teve como foco a articulação entre o contacto com a natureza, o Conhecimento do Mundo e a Formação Pessoal e Social, promovendo e valorizando o brincar em espaços naturais. A intervenção, intitulada “À descoberta de espaços verdes na cidade”, teve como ponto de partida a leitura de obras destinadas à infância, que serviram de inspiração para a exploração e descoberta do meio envolvente.
As crianças que participaram na intervenção tiveram a oportunidade de realizar duas saídas a espaços verdes da cidade de Coimbra — o Jardim da Sereia e o Jardim Botânico — onde puderam brincar livremente, explorar os espaços naturais e desenvolver o conhecimento e valorização do património natural e cultural. Estas experiências foram complementadas por atividades desenvolvidas em sala, no jardim de infância, onde se promoveu uma abordagem holística e integradora, articulando diferentes áreas do conhecimento. Foram organizadas conversas em grupo, partilha de ideias e momentos de exploração sensorial com elementos naturais trazidos para o interior da sala.
As crianças mobilizaram os seus sentidos — visão, olfato, tato, paladar e audição — na descoberta do ambiente natural que as rodeava. Constatou-se que, ao interagirem sensorialmente com a natureza, as crianças não só exploraram o mundo à sua volta, como também se descobriram a si próprias. Esta vivência proporcionou relações positivas com o meio natural, fomentou atitudes de respeito e valorização da natureza, tendo ainda contribuído para o desenvolvimento de aprendizagens significativas e de competências como a criatividade, a curiosidade natural e a imaginação.
A divulgação final da intervenção permitiu refletir sobre o impacto positivo da educação em ambientes exteriores, evidenciando o seu potencial enquanto estratégia pedagógica promotora de experiências significativas e integradas.
For many years, exploration of nature and learning through direct contact with the natural world have been progressively devalued, leading to the gradual distancing of children from these environments. Considering this reality, and recognising the need to reconnect children with nature, this Final Report seeks to answer the question: “What is the contribution of urban gardens to play and the discovery of natural spaces?” Through an educational intervention in a preschool setting, it aims to understand how urban gardens and the use of natural elements can influence children's play and their knowledge of the natural world. The intervention took place during the 2020/2021 academic year, in a Private Institution of Social Solidarity located in the city of Coimbra, within the context of Early Childhood Education. The focus of the intervention was on the connection between contact with nature, Knowledge of the World, and Personal and Social Development, promoting and valuing play in natural spaces. Entitled “Discovering green spaces in the city”, the intervention was inspired by the reading of children’s literature, which served as a starting point for the exploration and discovery of the surrounding environment. The children who participated in the project had the opportunity to go on two outings to green spaces in the city of Coimbra — Jardim da Sereia and the Botanical Garden — where they could play freely, explore natural environments, and develop knowledge and appreciation of natural and cultural heritage. These experiences were complemented by classroom-based activities in the kindergarten, where a holistic and integrated approach was fostered, connecting different areas of learning. Group discussions were held, ideas were shared, and sensory exploration moments were created using natural elements brought into the classroom. The children engaged all their senses — sight, smell, touch, taste, and hearing — to discover and experience the natural environment around them. It was found that through sensory interaction with nature, children not only explore the world around them but also discover themselves. These experiences promoted positive relationships with the natural environment and encouraged attitudes of respect and appreciation for nature. They also contributed to the development of meaningful learning and a variety of skills, such as creativity, natural curiosity, and imagination. The final presentation of the intervention enabled reflection on the positive impact of outdoor education, highlighting its potential as a pedagogical strategy that promotes rich, meaningful, and integrated learning experiences.
For many years, exploration of nature and learning through direct contact with the natural world have been progressively devalued, leading to the gradual distancing of children from these environments. Considering this reality, and recognising the need to reconnect children with nature, this Final Report seeks to answer the question: “What is the contribution of urban gardens to play and the discovery of natural spaces?” Through an educational intervention in a preschool setting, it aims to understand how urban gardens and the use of natural elements can influence children's play and their knowledge of the natural world. The intervention took place during the 2020/2021 academic year, in a Private Institution of Social Solidarity located in the city of Coimbra, within the context of Early Childhood Education. The focus of the intervention was on the connection between contact with nature, Knowledge of the World, and Personal and Social Development, promoting and valuing play in natural spaces. Entitled “Discovering green spaces in the city”, the intervention was inspired by the reading of children’s literature, which served as a starting point for the exploration and discovery of the surrounding environment. The children who participated in the project had the opportunity to go on two outings to green spaces in the city of Coimbra — Jardim da Sereia and the Botanical Garden — where they could play freely, explore natural environments, and develop knowledge and appreciation of natural and cultural heritage. These experiences were complemented by classroom-based activities in the kindergarten, where a holistic and integrated approach was fostered, connecting different areas of learning. Group discussions were held, ideas were shared, and sensory exploration moments were created using natural elements brought into the classroom. The children engaged all their senses — sight, smell, touch, taste, and hearing — to discover and experience the natural environment around them. It was found that through sensory interaction with nature, children not only explore the world around them but also discover themselves. These experiences promoted positive relationships with the natural environment and encouraged attitudes of respect and appreciation for nature. They also contributed to the development of meaningful learning and a variety of skills, such as creativity, natural curiosity, and imagination. The final presentation of the intervention enabled reflection on the positive impact of outdoor education, highlighting its potential as a pedagogical strategy that promotes rich, meaningful, and integrated learning experiences.
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Educação Pré-Escolar Brincar Brincar em contexto natural Jardins Early Childhood Education To play Play in a natural context Gardens