Além da Ciência: a arte de pintar com terra para inclusão de pessoas com deficiência visual em conteúdos de solo

The diversity of soil colors can be an important ally in the dissemination of knowledge to different audiences, contributing to the understanding of its relevance as a vital resource that sustains life on the planet. In Primary Education, the content on soil is still fragmented and decontextualized. Considering the education of visually impaired people, this content is even more limited due to the lack of pedagogical strategies that bring this audience closer to the topic. This study aimed to introduce concepts about soil to people with visual impairment through painting activities with soil paint. Conducted at the Hélio Góes Institute in Fortaleza-CE, Brazil, the research involved students with blindness and low vision. Questionnaires were administered before and after the activity, and floor dialogs were mediated by tactile tools; floor painting was produced and paintings were created. It was observed that students had little contact with soil content in school (57.1%), associated soil with agricultural or construction activities (71.4%), and were unfamiliar with soil painting (71.4%). During the practice, students were able to perceive the different textures of soils, showing interest in the activity, and subsequently organized a school event on soils with the exhibition of their paintings. The soil painting methodology promoted a greater perception of the soil, facilitating the understanding of some characteristics, importance and functions. Successful experience highlights the importance of inclusive practices in schools to involve people with visual impairment in soil education.