After pointing out the difficulties encountered by teachers when teaching geography, of which there are many, I highlighted some of the tools that can be used in lessons, ranging from newspapers and magazines to models, map-making and other materials that are easy to access and of great value when worked with a pre-defined objective. Despite these difficulties, teachers have countless materials at their disposal which, when transformed into methodological tools, contribute significantly to increasing student interest. As teachers, we must always look for different means and methods to transmit knowledge, using the materials and spaces available to instil in students a critical sense, to form their own opinions. After all, "The main aim of education is to create men who are capable of doing new things, not simply repeating what other generations have done", Piaget, 1970. I would like to thank my family, especially my mum Vera and my husband Maicon for the strength they have given me, and my friends Mari de Fátima, Carla, Cerlei and Marta.