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Mikael is a young Brazilian boy who lives with his mother, Marcia, and with a younger sister and an older brother, in a rural community located in the state of Ceara. Their simple home, which is rented, has brick walls, rough cement flooring and a clay-tiled roof. It has a tiny bathroom. Running water and electricity are available. Marcia receives some aid from her ex-husband and the family receives a small family allowance from the federal government; the total income, however, is hardly enough to meet basic needs. Mikael is active, curious and playful. He helps his mom by filling the bottles with water. He likes playing ball and with toy cars in the company of other kids his age. He has a dog he is fond of. Mikael is considered to have good health, in spite of the poor living conditions and diet. He attends a local public preschool where he is making good progress. The family is needy and through your support Mikael and his family will have the opportunity to participate in important projects in the areas of health, recreation, education and nutrition.