"A look at the plight of the golden lion tamarin for children."-- Traces the effort to save the golden lion tamarin, whose habitat was being destroyed by logging, by applying knowledge of their unique family structure to housing them appropriately in captivity before releasing them into the wild. --Publisher's description.

From its perch on the 2,310-foot-tall Mount Corcovado, Christ the Redeemer can be seen from miles away! This famous statue is a modern wonder and one of the world's most popular tourist attractions.

South America has many exciting countries, but Brazil is one of the most popular. This country is known for its vast rain forests, its unique culture, and its ancient past. This book examines what make up the country today, from its history to its economy, geography, and religious beliefs. This is an engaging book for young readers interested in traveling the world"--Provided by the publisher.

"Well before Simone confronted the pressure of the Olympics, she faced real-life challenges as a kid while moving in and out of foster care. With the support and love of her family, she rode an unwavering drive to make history and grew into an incredible role model and activist--not to mention one of the greatest athletes of our time." -- inside front jacket flap. "The seventh book in a middle-grade nonfiction sports series that focuses on today's...

"This book introduces students to the health benefits and fun of Brazilian jujitsu and highlights the rules and history of this exciting, full-contact sport. Readers will explore the fundamental elements of grappling, including mounts, guards, locks, and holds used in ground fighting. They'll learn how Brazilian jujitsu compares to the form of Japanese judo from which it sprang. This intriguing, informative text also explores the importance of training...

"Con un calcet̕n lleno de trapos por pelota, Peľ perfeccion̤ sus habilidades en un barrio pobre de Brasil. Cre̕a que, alg͠n d̕a, llevar̕a a su pa̕s a la victoria en la Copa del Mundo, ¡y ten̕a raz̤n! Con Peľ y sus s͠per habilidades en el equipo, Brasil levant̤ el trofeo tres veces. Hoy en d̕a, es ampliamente considerado como el mejor futbolista que jam̀s haya existido, y tambǐn un ȟroe fuera del campo, que usa su voz para ayudar...

"I did have a murderous trip down South, but it was mighty interesting." In October 1913, Theodore Roosevelt arrived in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, on a tour of South America. The thrill-seeking adventurer had no idea that he would soon receive an offer he couldn't refuse: the chance to lead an expedition deep into the Amazon jungle to chart an unmapped river with his son Kermit and renowned Brazilian explorer Candido Mariano da Silva Rondon. Death on...