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Library of Congress

Loc: Brazil: Soils and Vegetation

For Students 9th - 10th
This is a very thorough description of the soil and vegetation in Brazil. Current topics such as deforestation are also covered. Part of a larger site on Brazil. Browse the "Forward" and "Back" buttons for more information.
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Library of Congress

Loc: Brazil: Relations With the u.s.

For Students 9th - 10th
Scroll down to "United States" to read about the entire history of U.S.-Brazil relations. This article covers this subject from the early 1900s to the present. Browse the "Forward" and "Back" buttons for info about Brazil's foreign...
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Library of Congress

Loc: United States & Brazil: Comparing Cultures

For Students 9th - 10th
This bilingual site explores the history of Brazil, interactions between Brazil and the United States from the eighteenth century to the present, and compares and contrasts Brazilian and American culture and history.
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Article
University of Texas at Austin

Tollefson: Civil Military Relations in Brazil: The Myth of Tutelary Democracy

For Students 9th - 10th
An academic analysis of civil-military relations in Brazil in regard to the political upheavals by the hands of military leaders toward the end of the 20th century.
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Handout
Association of Religion Data Archives

Association of Religion Data Archives: National Profiles: Brazil

For Students 9th - 10th
Learn about religion in Brazil in this Association of Religion Data Archives country profile which includes general facts, history, and religious data.
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Other

Bridgewater State College: Rondonia Web

For Students 9th - 10th
Geography and culture of the western Amazon state of Rondonia, including detailed information about urbanization and deforestation and links to other resources about Rondonia.
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Activity
PBS

Pbs: Journey Into Amazonia

For Students 9th - 10th
This is a great site where you can explore the Amazon Rain Forest. Learn about the river, plants, animals, and more. Based on the PBS television series.
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PBS

Pbs: Commanding Heights the Battle for the World Economy

For Students 9th - 10th
A huge site dedicated to an understanding of the current global economic system. Includes the history, forces, values and perceptions that have shaped the world's economy. A comprehensive resource that includes a detailed economic report...
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George Washington University

Nixon: "Brazil Helped Rig the Uruguayan Elections"

For Students 9th - 10th
A critical account of the Nixon Administration's policies towards the elections of 1971 in Uruguay. Newly declassified documents give us a revised picture of Latin American policies.
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PBS

Pbs: The Conquistadors

For Students 9th - 10th
A huge website that provides a virtual field trip exploring the Spanish adventurers who quested for gold and land in the New World. The site has information on Pizarro, Orellana, Cabeza de Vaca, Cortes as well as extensive information...
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Interactive
Eduweb

Eduweb: Amazon Interactive

For Students 9th - 10th
Games and activities help students explore the Ecuadorian Amazon. Learn about the rainforest and the Quichua people who call it home, and experiment with running a community-based ecotourism project along the Rio Napo.
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Other

Ministerio Da Cultura

For Students 9th - 10th
This resource, sponsored by the Brazilian government, features cultural information and many illustrations.
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Other

Museum of International Folk Art:carnaval Around the World;recife&olinda,brazil

For Students 9th - 10th
From the exhibit "Carnaval Around the World" at the Museum of International Folk Art, we have a feature page on the celebration as it occurs in Recife and Olinda, Brazil. With a description, photos, map and audio clip this is a nice...
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Other

Museum of International Folk Art: Carnaval Around the World; Oruro, Bolivia

For Students 9th - 10th
From the exhibit "Carnaval Around the World" at the Museum of International Folk Art, we have a feature page on the celebration as it occurs in Oruro, Bolivia. With a description, photos, map and audio clip this is a nice glimpse into...
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Other

Presidency of the Federative Republic of Brazil

For Students 9th - 10th
This is the official home of the Presidency of the Federative Republic of Brazil. Includes information and images of the presidential residences, the structure of the Presidency, Presidential duties, and a biography of President Luiz...
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Other

Embassy of Brazil in London

For Students 9th - 10th
Information on the Brazilian economy, politics, environment, culture, social issues, travel, and tourism.
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Interactive
National Geographic Kids

National Geographic Kids: Brazil

For Students 3rd - 8th
Follow this interactive overview to learn about this country's history, geography, nature, people, government; map and video included.
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Other

Brazil Ministry of External Relations

For Students 9th - 10th
Wonderful resource developed by the Ministry of Foreign Relations. Covers topics such as foreign policy, political groups, international relations, and the structure and services of the ministry. Also gives a virtual tour and provides...
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Article
DOGO Media

Dogo News: Week of 4 25 16: Penguin Returns to Bond With Man Who Rescued Him

For Students 3rd - 8th
A touching story about a penguin's annual return to the home of a man who rescued him in Brazil. Includes video.
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Article
Seeker

Seeker: Week of 7 14 14: Isolated Amazon Tribe Makes Contact

For Students 9th - 10th
Learn about a tribe in the Amazon that has made contact with outside scientists for the first time.
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Article
NPR: National Public Radio

Npr: Brazil's President Suspended From Office by Senate

For Students 9th - 10th
Article reports on the political upheaval currently taking place in Brazil.
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Woodrow Wilson International Center for Scholars

Wilson Center: Brazil Institute

For Students 9th - 10th
Read about Brazil in the news. "Access to current and archived weekly news clippings from leading national and international newspapers, in English and Portuguese, with daily updates." Links to other resources on Brazil and provides...
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Other

Association of American Chambers of Commerce in Latin America

For Students 9th - 10th
The AACCLA promotes trade and investment between the United States and Latin America. Country-specific information and general NAFTA information are provided.
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Handout
World Health Organization

World Health Organization: Brazil

For Students 9th - 10th
Learn about health in Brazil via the World Health Organization's profile page on the country, which includes demographic information about core health indicators as well as general information. The 'News and features' tab includes articles.