Abstract

Pedagogical documentation is a method that evidences the progression of children’s learning processes in early Education. This article discusses the benefits of pedagogical documentation and the most suitable approach for its practical implementation, based on an extensive review and analysis of literature. Key questions addressed include: What is pedagogical documentation? How can it be implemented in preschool Education? What approaches are being used in learning and assessment processes in early childhood? And how could pedagogical documentation transform preschool educational practices? The aim of this analysis is to contribute to the field of preschool Education and propose practices that promote children’s learning and holistic development in their educational experiences, with an emphasis on pedagogical documentation from the assessment as learning perspective. © 2025 Fundacao Cesgranrio. All rights reserved.