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Physical Education; Literature; games and games; João Antônio
In the school field, marginalized games question the hegemony of organized sports, often prioritized in traditional curricula, and point to the cultural richness of popular practices. In view of this, this research proposes a dialogical relationship between João Antônio's literature and Physical Education regarding the meanings and meanings of bodily practices, specifically games and games, contents seen as marginalized compared to other hegemonic contents in this area of knowledge, the which makes us wonder whether the knowledge and practices marginalized in these tales can only be activated, making their cultural meanings unfeasible, or can they bring possible considerations that can be added to academic knowledge with a view to expanding the understanding of these practices body language through other languages. This is documentary research, with characteristics of a descriptive study, with a qualitative analytical approach, which favors bibliographic research and documentary survey of primary and secondary sources for description, analysis and interpretation of research information, carried out through the analysis of literary works by João Antônio, which focuses on bodily practices, games and games. As considerations, we point out that João Antônio's literature offers knowledge that values cultural diversity, reveals exclusions and encourages critical reflection on bodily practices as cultural languages and spaces of resistance. Pedagogically, their narratives open possibilities for integrating culture and movement, expanding students' repertoire and promoting discussions about inclusion, identity and diversity. Interdisciplinary projects that connect bodily practices and reading can enrich Physical Education, allowing students to express creativity and reflect on social issues. As well as the challenges facing teacher training and curricula that often neglect critical and cultural approaches. However, João Antônio's narratives can be tools for rethinking Physical Education, transforming games and games into practices that contribute to the formation of conscious citizens connected with diverse cultural realities.