Storytelling Assistido por IA para Apoiar o Desenvolvimento da Imaginação e da Leitura na Infância

Abstract

This study investigates the combined use of storytelling, the Hero's Journey narrative structure, and generative artificial intelligence tools to support the development of personalized books aimed at stimulating reading and imagination in childhood, while also addressing the reduction of screen time for children in the process of literacy acquisition. The research was conducted with children aged 5 to 7 years and employed a structured questionnaire to collect data that served as the basis for creating personalized stories. Generative AI was used to produce individual books featuring original text and illustrations, aligned with the children's narrative choices. Upon receiving the books, the participants evaluated the experience using a Likert scale questionnaire. The results indicated high levels of engagement, motivation, and satisfaction with the produced works. The approach proved effective in stimulating interest in reading and fostering children's creative expression. The study highlights that AI-mediated narrative personalization can enrich innovative pedagogical practices, although it requires attention to ethical aspects and potential biases associated with the technologies used.