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Google Cultural Institute

Google Cultural Institute: The Women at the Revolution of 32

For Students 9th - 10th
Multimedia collection explores the women's role in the Constitutional Revolution of 32 in the Brazilian state of Sao Paulo.
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Library of Congress

Loc: Brazil : The Economy

For Students 9th - 10th
This site has thorough, detailed information on Brazil's economy. The first page is an overview. Click on "forward" for more detailed information. Includes information in all facets of Brazil's history from 1500 to the present day.
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Internet History Sourcebooks Project

Fordham University: Modern History Sourcebook: Coffee Fazenda of Brazil 1911

For Students 9th - 10th
The Modern History Sourcebook provides this great look at what life would be like on a coffee plantation during the early 20th century. It describes the houses, life on the plantation, colonists, and harvests.
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InterKnowledge Corp.

Geographia.com: History of Brazil

For Students 9th - 10th
This site from Geographia.com covers the history of Brazil from the arrival of the Portuguese to the present. Specific explorers are mentioned and information is given on independence from colonization.
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Oxfam

Oxfam: Cool Planet: Brazil History

For Students 3rd - 8th
A brief overview of the history of the South American country of Brazil.
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Countries and Their Cultures

Countries and Their Cultures: Multicultural America: Brazilian Americans

For Students 9th - 10th
Provides an overview of the traditional culture and lifestyle of Brazilian Americans. (Note: Content is not the most current.)
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Countries and Their Cultures

Countries and Their Cultures: Brazil

For Students 9th - 10th
Provides an overview of the culture of Brazil. Gives basic information on topics such as geography, ethnic makeup, languages, symbolism, economy, food, customs, social stratification, family life, education, religion, politics, etc....