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Iara and the Treasures of the Blue Amazon

In this edition

Iara, a 10-year-old explorer, guides children ages 8 to 11 through the treasures of the "Blue Amazon." Using playful language, the booklet teaches how to protect marine fauna and coastal history, transforming readers into guardians of Brazilian heritage.

Author : Leandro Vilar Oliveira

Review by : Raphaella Belmont de Siqueira Alves

Layout : Danilo David Moura de Figueiredo and Ana

Letícia Pereira do Amaral

Illustrations : Raíssa Gabryele Batista de Souza

Editor : Ticiano Vanderlei de Siqueira Alves

Institutions : Federal Institute of Paraíba - IFPB Cabedelo and

EXEA Maritime Museum / Archaeology

1st Edition (2026)

Iara and the Treasures of the Blue Amazon

In this version, the learning journey is led by the character Iara, a curious girl from Cabedelo who transforms complex concepts into an exciting "explorer's mission." The e-book uses playful and visual language to present Brazil's maritime heritage as a large treasure chest, divided between the riches of nature (environmental) and those of our history (cultural).

The summary addresses the importance of caring for the planet through environmental education, introduces the vastness of the "Blue Amazon," and provides accessible warnings about the dangers of pollution and microplastics to marine animals. In the cultural field, Iara teaches the difference between tangible heritage—such as forts and shipwrecks—and intangible heritage—such as festivals and the traditional knowledge of fisherfolk. The central objective is to awaken a sense of belonging, encouraging children to act as "Heroes of Nature" and "Guardians of History."

Image by Patrick Fore

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