2025-07-072025-07-072025-06-21https://repositorio.ifal.edu.br/handle/123456789/1034This Course Completion Paper aims to analyze the use of cordel literature as a linguistic and pedagogical instrument in the teaching of the Portuguese language in the school context. Based on bibliographic research and didactic reflections, it seeks to demonstrate how cordel, through its accessible, rhythmic and culturally marked language, can contribute to the development of reading, writing, orality and critical sense of students. Cordel literature, as a manifestation of northeastern popular culture, proves to be an effective tool to bring school content closer to the social reality of students, promoting the appreciation of local knowledge. The work also emphasizes the importance of textual diversity in the educational environment and proposes methodological strategies that favor literary literacy, especially from the work of Leandro Gomes de Barros. It is concluded that the cordel is a powerful didactic resource, capable of integrating culture and teaching, expanding the possibilities of meaningful learning in public schools.ptLiteratura de cordelEnsino de língua portuguesaLetramento literárioCultura popularEducação básicaCordel literaturePortuguese language teachingLiterary literacyPopular cultureBasic educationTrabalho de Conclusão de CursoLINGUISTICA, LETRAS E ARTES