Jogos didáticos e músicas como estratégias pedagógicas no ensino da língua inglesa: um relato de experiência em uma escola pública de Presidente Figueiredo (AM)

Abstract

This paper presents an experience report on the use of didactic games and musical activities as pedagogical strategies in teaching English to Early Childhood Education and Elementary School I classes at a public school in Presidente Figueiredo, Amazonas, Brazil. The study emerged from the need to make classes more engaging, dynamic, and meaningful, considering the specific characteristics of young learners and the reality of the public school context. The general objective of the research was to analyze the contribution of playful activities, such as games and songs, to the teaching and learning process of English in the early years of Basic Education. The specific objectives were to investigate how didactic games can encourage student participation in English classes and to analyze the contribution of music as a pedagogical resource in teaching English to children. The methodology adopted is characterized as qualitative research, using the experience report as a methodological procedure. The results indicate that the use of playful strategies enhanced students’ motivation, active participation, and development of linguistic skills, contributing positively to the teaching and learning process. Keywords: English language. Elementary School I; playful learning.