I researched news and publications in Facebook and WhatsApp groups of private schools in the municipality of Rio de Janeiro. Through this data, I was able to understand the space in which the problem is inserted. Below are the main observations:

• “The purchase of used books, for me, represents a saving of more than 80% on school supplies “

Como economizar até 80% no material escolar com livros usados | O Imparcial

• "Financial educators say it's important to network or sell books used by parents to save resources and care for the planet.”

• "On the Estante Virtual platform, 80% of sales of used and semi-new school books are made at the beginning of the year. The demand for paradidactic books occurs at similar levels for all school years, while didactic books are more sought after from the 6th grade onwards.”

• "The editions have a shelf life ranging from two to four years. Usually, schools ask for the most current edition.

Material escolar reaproveitado ajuda a economizar nas compras

• "Some schools promote exchanges of books, uniforms and school supplies to reduce spending and encourage conscious consumption.”

Escolas promovem troca de livros e ajudam famílias a reduzir gastos

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