A importância da afetividade na educação infantil e a construção de vínculos afetivos

Abstract

INTRODUCTION: Affection is essential in human interactions and in early childhood education, creating bonds of trust and respect. This strengthens self-esteem and autonomy. The educator must understand its importance, providing experiences that go beyond the curriculum. This study investigates the importance of affection in early childhood education, highlighting its role in a healthy educational environment. OBJECTIVES: The study aims to present experiences lived in the classroom in early childhood education and address the importance of affection and its influences on development. METHODOLOGY: Affection is fundamental for human development and educational processes in childhood. It influences learning and coexistence at school, being essential for meaningful learning. The role of the educator in early childhood education goes beyond teaching content, being essential in creating emotional bonds that help in the child's development. These bonds are formed by practices that value acceptance, dialogue, respect and autonomy, with the educator acting as a mediator and emotional reference. Affection is essential in early childhood education, promoting children's development, adaptation, and well-being. Strong emotional bonds between educators and students help create a safe and motivating environment for learning. We will analyze situations where affection is crucial. Practical experiences in early childhood education apply and reflect theories about affection and learning. This chapter reports experiences and practices observed in classrooms. RESULTS: Affection is the ability to involve emotions in learning relationships. It improves children's academic performance, autonomy, self-esteem, and strengthens emotional bonds between educators and students. CONCLUSION: The analyses, based on theories and evidence from experiences and research, showed that affection is essential in pedagogical actions and educational development.