O acervo literário infantil da biblioteca de uma escola pública estadual de Erechim/RS: estudo da oferta e adequabilidade aos estudantes de primeiro e segundo ano do ensino fundamental

Abstract

This study stems from the author’s longstanding affection for books, nurtured since childhood, and her professional experience as a teacher in the early years of elemen-tary education. The research was conducted in the library of a state public school in Erechim, Rio Grande do Sul, with the objective of analyzing whether the available chil-dren's literary collection adequately serves the needs of 1st and 2nd grade students. Beyond a descriptive inquiry, this work invites reflection on the role of the school li-brary—how it is currently used, and how it might become a more integral and dynamic part of the school’s daily routine, particularly if supported by appropriate governmental policies and recognition. The study sought to examine not only the titles available in the collection, but also their organization, accessibility, how they are borrowed, their pedagogical use by teachers, and the presence of reading-promotion activities. The research draws on theoretical contributions from authors such as Zilberman, Candido, and Abramovich, among others, as well as legal and institutional frameworks related to books, reading, and libraries, including the National Book and Reading Plan (PNLL). The investigation explored the history of the school library, the processes through which books are acquired, and the influence of public policies on these dynamics. Early contact with literature plays a crucial role in fostering imagination, language deve-lopment, creativity, and a lifelong appreciation for reading. In this sense, the library should be understood not merely as a physical space, but as a living, engaging envi-ronment in the educational experience of children. The findings indicate that, when equipped with a diverse, accessible, and age-appropriate collection, the school library has the potential to become a transformative and inspiring space for young learners.