Brazil

by Tara Walters

Overview

Brazil is the largest country in South America.

A True Book: Countries series introduces young investigative readers to the subject country, including history, government, economy and culture. This series includes an age appropriate (grades 3-5) introduction to curriculum-relevant subjects and a robust resource section that encourages independent study.

Readers will discover all about Brazil, it's people, government, economy, culture and more.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9780531207253
Publisher:	Scholastic Library Publishing
Publication date:	09/28/2008
Series:	Scholastic True Book Series: Geography
Pages:	48
Product dimensions:	6.90(w) x 8.10(h) x 0.20(d)
Lexile:	690L (what's this?)
Age Range:	8 - 10 Years

Table of Contents

Welcome to Brazil: What begins with C and is colorful and noisy?     7
The Land of Brazil: Why is Brazil sizzling in January?     11
The Forest Layers: Why do vines twist and turn around trees in the Amazon rain forest?     16
Brazil's History: What is Zero Hunger?     19
A Blend of Cultures: Which city in Brazil is laid out in the shape of an airplane?     27
Life and Language: What fever hits Brazil every four years?     33
Living in Brazil: How have two soccer stars helped Brazil?     39
True Statistics     43
Resources     44
Important Words     46
Index     47
About the Author     48