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Pedro is a young Brazilian boy who lives with his mother, Alexsandra, and with a younger brother, in a rural community located in the state of Ceara. Their simple home, which is self-owned, has brick walls, rough cement flooring and a clay-tiled roof. It has a tiny bathroom. Running water and electricity are available. The father has abandoned the home and has not been providing any type of financial support for his children. Alexsandra receives a very small family allowance from the federal government, which is far from enough to meet basic needs. Pedro is calm, cheerful and obedient. He helps his mom by putting his toys away. He likes playing with toy cars in the company of other kids his age. Pedro is considered to have good health, in spite of the poor living conditions and diet. He attends nursery school and loves painting and coloring. He says that he will be a police officer when he grows up. The family is needy and through your support Pedro and his family have the opportunity to participate in important projects in the areas of health, recreation and education.