brazil

Introduces the people, places, and history of Brazil.

An illustrated introduction to Brazil.

The true story of the British explorer Percy Fawcett, who set out on a doomed expedition to find a lost city in the Amazon jungle.

Provides a brief introduction to the climate, culture, landforms, wildlife, history, government, economy, and traditions of Brazil.

"Excited for her family's trip to Brazil, Lea is worried about going into the ocean, but when a new friend encourages her to embrace all that Brazil has to offer, fun turns to danger and she must prove to herself, and her brother, that she is brave."--OCLC.

Discusses the land, the history, the economy, the people, and the festivals of Brazil.

Relies on fieldwork from the most dangerous corners of Rio to the halls of power in Washington, D.C., to expose how sports and politics have collided in spectacular fashion in Brazil's hosting of the World Cup and the 2016 Olympic Games.

"Marty and his best friend, Luther, have managed to rescue Marty's cousin Grace from the clutches of the nefarious pseudo-naturalist Noah Blackwood, but their most dangerous mission lies ahead of them. Marty's parents have been missing in Brazil for months, and their trail has all but run cold. With time running out, Marty and the Cryptos Island crew race off for Brazil--where they discover that Noah Blackwood has twisted the natural order of things beyond their wildest, most terrifying dreams"--Provided by publisher.

Follows a day in the lives of two children and their families in Brazil, providing insights into the lifestyles, family interactions, foods, celebrations, schools, and other aspects of Brazilian culture.

A brief introduction to Brazil, following a simple question-and-answer format that discusses land features, government, housing, transportation, industries, education, sports, art forms, food, and family life.