A IDEALIZAÇÃO DA SALA DE AULA SEGUNDO AS CRIANÇAS DA PRÉ-ESCOLA

The school physical space is a curricular element, therefore, it directly affects small children’s development quality. The purpose of the present study was to understand the idealization of the classroom, its furniture, and materials from pre-school children’s point of view. The research is characterized as a study case, following the qualitative framework. Instruments such as data collecting, visual selection and direct watching were used. Findings reveal that small children really enjoy a well decorated and colorful classroom where they can use their personal materials and common spaces to play. It is concluded that children are competent individuals who help to improve the school quality.