O papel da literatura afro-brasileira na desconstrução de esteriótipos raciais na educação infantil

Abstract

This article aims to analyze the contributions of Afro-Brazilian literature to the deconstruction of racial stereotypes in the context of early childhood education. To this end, an integrative review of articles published in Scielo, CAPES journals, and Google Scholar was carried out. After applying the inclusion and exclusion criteria, 6 articles published in Brazilian journals between 2005 and 2024 were selected. The results show that positive representation in Afro-Brazilian children's literature contributes to building the self-esteem of black children and promoting a more equitable and inclusive society. However, challenges such as the resistance of some educators and the lack of specific training in the area were identified. The adoption of an anti-racist pedagogy, focused on valuing diversity and deconstructing stereotypes,is fundamental for more inclusive and transformative educational practices.