As panquecas de Mama Panya: a interdisciplinaridade no ensino de geografia

Abstract

This article explores interdisciplinarity in Geography education, using the literary work "Mama Panya's Pancakes" as a pedagogical tool. Since ancient times, storytelling has been essential for recording events and attributing meanings. In modern times, children's literature faces challenges in reaching its audience due to the monotonous image often presented by school curricula. This study is based on a bibliographic review and analysis of the BNCC (National Common Curricular Base) to propose didactic activities that integrate literary reading into Geography education for the fourth year of Elementary School. The selected book, set in Kenya, offers rich representation and various geographical concepts such as place, landscape, region, and territory, which are analyzed in the classroom in a playful and interactive manner. The book also addresses Black representation, promoting acceptance and appreciation of Afro-descendant identity among students. The proposed methodology includes the construction of scenarios and dynamics that facilitate the understanding of geographical and cultural concepts through active student involvement. Our analysis reveals that "Mama Panya's Pancakes" not only enriches Geography education but also stimulates students' pleasure in reading, cognitive development, and critical thinking. We conclude that the interdisciplinarity promoted by the use of children's literature in Geography education broadens students' cultural and geographical knowledge, fosters collective work, and contributes to the formation of a critical and diverse identity. This study highlights the importance of integrating literature into the school curriculum for more comprehensive and meaningful learning.