Ducksters
Ducksters: Brazil History and Timeline Overview
Study the history and timeline of the country of Brazil including early settlers, European discovery, rule of Portugal, kings, and leaders, and current events on this webpage.
Khan Academy
Khan Academy: Church of Sao Francisco De Assis, Ouro Preto, Brazil
The church of Sao Francisco, with its curving geometries and lively ornamentation, stands in sharp contrast to traditional early modern Portuguese architecture which generally favored simple plans and exteriors. View pictures and read...
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Ouro Preto
Official tourism website of Ouro Preto in the State of Minas Gerais, Brazil. Read about its history, then take a virtual tour of the city viewing pictures of nature, parks, architecture, famous attractions and districts.
Curated OER
Map of Brazil
This resource for information on Brazil features map and flag, government, major cities, natural resources, economic summary, and a history of the country.
Nations Online Project
Nations Online: Brazil Country Profile
Features a country profile of Brazil, background details, and numerous links to comprehensive information on the nation's culture, history, geography, economy, environment, population, news, government, and much more tourism information.
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Country reports.org: Brazil Country Information
This great resource for students and teachers alike provides an abundance of information on the South American country of Brazil. Examines the countries customs and culture, history, geography, economy, population, government, and more....
Ducksters
Ducksters: Geography for Kids: Brazil
On this website, the history, capital, flag, climate, terrain, people, economy, and population of Brazil is discussed.
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History View: Sao Paulo, Brazil
Sao Paulo, Brazil's vibrant financial center, is among the world's most populous cities, with numerous cultural institutions and a rich architectural tradition. Here you can watch a 360 video of Sao Paulo. [4:59]
Countries and Their Cultures
Countries and Their Cultures: Multicultural America: Brazilian Americans
Provides an overview of the traditional culture and lifestyle of Brazilian Americans. (Note: Content is not the most current.)
Curated OER
Flag of Brazil
This resource for information on Brazil features map and flag, government, major cities, natural resources, economic summary, and a history of the country.
Khan Academy
Khan Academy: Mestre Valentim, Passeio Publico, Rio De Janeiro
The Passeio Publico in Brazil represented several groundbreaking achievements in art. This park was designed by an artist of African descent-Mestre Valentim. View pictures and read the history of this public park, including the unique...
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Fundacao Banco Do Brasil: Projeto Memoria: Famous Brazilians (In Portuguese)
Biographical information for some of the most important thinkers, writers, and politicians in Brazilian history: Castro Alves, Monteiro Lobato, Rui Barbosa, Pedro Alvares Cabral, Juscelino Kubitschek, Oswaldo Cruz, Josue de Castro, Paulo...
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Iguazu Argentina
Everything you'd want to know to plan a trip to Iguazu Falls. Features news of the Falls area, location information, a map, history of the National Park, how the falls were formed, and beautiful photographs. Be sure to watch the video!
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Adventure Learning Foundation: Brazil
Useful guide with an abundance of country specific information about the South American country of Brazil. Content covered includes photos, symbols, history, economy, geography, climate, population, culture, maps, and lesson plans.
Wikimedia
Wikipedia: Latin America
Article on Latin America that provides a great overview of the region. Discussions include history, religion, culture, links to information about each of the countries, and more.
Curated OER
Unesco: Brazil: Atlantic Forest South East Reserves
The Atlantic Forest South-East Reserves, in the states of Parana and Sao Paulo, contain some of the best and most extensive examples of Atlantic forest in Brazil. The 25 protected areas that make up the site (some 470,000 ha in total)...
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Useful guide with an abundance of country specific information about the South American country of Brazil. Content covered includes photos, symbols, history, economy, geography, climate, population, culture, maps, and lesson plans.
Smithsonian Institution
National Museum of Natural History: American Mammals: Atlantic Spotted Dolphin
The Atlantic spotted dolphin is seen in coastal waters from the Carolinas south to Brazil, usually staying within about 350 km of the coast. Another population is known from the Gulf Stream near New England. Learn more about the Stenella...