Que podre! Por que minhas frutas estragaram, e agora?

Abstract

The current study provides examples related to the Fungi Kingdom, which are adressed in the subject of Science Teaching in Elementary School - Final Years. The guiding question for this paper is as follows: How can the creation of material in Padlet [trade mark] help in understanding the influence of fungi on fruit decomposition and in highlighting a sustainable way of disposing of organic material? Therefore, the main objective is to develop a paradidactic material using the Padlet [trade mark] digital tool, in order to help understand the influence of fungi on fruit decomposition. To achieve the results, we carried out qualitative research and a bibliographic analysis of the themes, as well as some textbooks related to the PNLD 2020. Based on this research, two portfolios were designed: one to explore the topic of fruit decay and the other to address home composting, with an emphasis on vermicomposting. The studies conducted in this paper show the benefits to accessibility provided by Padlet [trade mark]. The textbooks analyzed did not cover the topics of fruit decomposition and composting in a sequential manner. It is believed, though, that the paradidactic materials developed in this study could assist students in better understanding the influence of the organisms involved in the aforementioned processes.