Educação sexual no 6º ano do ensino fundamental: significados sobre gravidez na adolescência.

Abstract

In this paper we reflect on Sex Education in order to work on aspects such as sexual initiation and contraceptive methods with a responsible sexual practice. We developed the theme teenage pregnancy from a sequence of lessons with 6th graders of a public school. Data were collected through participant observation of the lessons, field notebook records and application of questionnaire. Specifically, the analyzes focused on the questionnaires, seeking meanings constructed by the students on the subject. The results indicated meanings associated with factors such as biological and psychological immaturity of the adolescent mother, as well as the incompatibility between motherhood and adolescence and/or future projects. Although less frequent, there were indications of possibilities for reconciling motherhood and adolescence. We discuss implications for science teaching.