Art, popular culture, and inclusion give voice to childhood and youth at the Pan-Amazonian Book Fair
Presentations by students from various schools celebrated the rhythms and literature of Pará, emphasizing the importance of knowledge and environmental awareness
On the Day of the Voices of Childhood and Youth at the Pan-Amazonian Book Fair and Multivoices, in Belém, groups from various schools performed on the morning of this Tuesday (19). The program started at 9:30 AM with the show "Boto Sinhá: Enchantments of the Waters, Rhythms of Pará," staged by students from the Providência School. Next, students from the Maria Luiza Pinto do Amaral School presented "Celebrating Pará Literature with the Tales of Dona Onete: The Party at Ver-o-Peso."
The program continued with students from the Pará Technical School (EETEPA) Anísio Teixeira presenting the dance "The Boyfriend of the Moon and the Lovelorn Boto: A Reflection on Caring for the Planet," in the rhythm of carimbó.
Guardian - The show “Enchantments of Vieira - Dance, Legend, and Resistance” was presented by the State School of Fundamental and Secondary Education Professor Hilda Vieira. “This presentation came about when we created the Boi Vieira this year, at the June festival. It was a creation by the students, and when the invitation for the presentation at the Book Fair came, we thought of showcasing the Amazonian enchantments, the emergence of another guardian of nature, which is the Boi Vieira,” informed teacher Catarina Louro, who accompanied the students.
“We did a whole job with the students, so they could get to know each folkloric character, and then we started rehearsals. We didn’t have much time, but we achieved a very positive result because they were very dedicated. Despite the nervousness, they put on a really cool performance,” evaluated the dance workshop teacher at the school.
Gustavo Vinícius, representing the "Reading in Motion" Project from the Acatauassu Nunes School, performed a solo musical performance with three songs. “When I met teacher Cristiane, and sang for the first time in the Project, she looked at me and said: ‘you have talent. I will invest in your talent.’ And 'Reading in Motion' welcomed me when I needed it the most. I came to sing and share a bit of my story,” said Gustavo, 16 years old, singer, and songwriter.
“It’s a reading and writing project that encourages children in a healthy competition. Each student is responsible for their ranking. The more they read and tell the story they read, the more points they earn in the ranking. Currently, the record holder has read 55 books in a year, while the national average is 1.6,” explained teacher Cristiane Caetano.
Recognition - She added that, “along with this, we have the 'Literary Stars,' where students are encouraged to create their own book and develop new talents. Since 2022, we have had these productions, and over 100 works have been published. It’s also an inclusion project because we have a motto that is to not value difficulties, but rather opportunities. We have several students with disabilities (PCDs). In fact, we recently made it to the top five finalists of the Led Award, promoted by Rede Globo, among more than 2,000 projects across Brazil. We reached the grand final, and that warms our hearts and motivates us to continue.”
The program continued with the dance "Carimbó da Matinta Pereira," presented by students from the Dona Helena Guilhon School, followed by the dance "The Enchantment of the Boto."
The Book Fair receives school groups every day, both for visitation and performance.
Service: The 28th Pan-Amazonian Book Fair and Multivoices continues until Friday (22), from 9 AM to 10 PM, with entry until 9 PM, at Hangar - Amazon Convention and Fair Center.
Text: Juliana Amaral - Ascom/Secult
