An educational design project focused on raising awareness about aquatic fauna and promoting its conservation in Puerto Carreño, Colombia.
Puerto Carreño, Vichada, is located in the Orinoquía, a region rich in biodiversity and aquatic ecosystems. However, activities such as fishing and broader environmental challenges create increasing pressure on local aquatic fauna and natural resources.
The challenge was to make children more aware of the aquatic species found in the Vita, Meta, and Orinoco rivers, helping them understand their importance and the role they play within the ecosystem.
The project combined environmental education, social awareness, and pedagogical design to transform complex environmental information into engaging and accessible content for children in grades 3–5.
Through visual communication, illustration, and educational tools, the project introduced local aquatic species, their role in the ecosystem, and simple ways to contribute to their conservation. The idea was also to encourage children to share what they learned with their families and communities.
The result was a collection of visual and educational resources designed to make environmental education more engaging and relatable for young students.
By connecting education, visual design, and conservation, the project aimed to encourage curiosity and awareness while strengthening children’s connection with the natural environment surrounding Puerto Carreño.
