A utilização de jogos educacionais e materiais pedagógicos com crianças do 1º ao 5º Ano: uma ferramenta auxiliar no ensino da matemática

Abstract

This study investigates the use of educational games and concrete materials as auxiliary tools in teaching Mathematics to children from the 1st to the 5th grade of elementary school. The research discusses the importance of these resources in making learning more dynamic and meaningful, addressing both the advantages and challenges of their implementation. Based on the theories of Jean Piaget and Lev Vygotsky, the study analyzes how playfulness can contribute to the development of logical reasoning, creativity, and student socialization. Additionally, it explores Vygotsky's Zone of Proximal Development and the relationship between Piaget's cognitive development stages and mathematical learning through play. The study also presents various didactic materials, such as the abacus, base-ten blocks, and the geoboard, discussing their applications in Mathematics education. Challenges related to the use of these methods include the resistance of some educators, the need for specific training for their application, and the adaptation of games to the school curriculum. It is concluded that, when applied in a planned and strategic manner, educational games and concrete materials can be valuable tools for Mathematics teaching, promoting greater engagement, better content assimilation, and a more enjoyable learning experience.