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Maria Clara is a young Brazilian girl who lives with her parents, Luiz and Maiara, and with a younger brother, in a slum area on the outskirts of a city 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. Luiz works as a general helper for a local firm and his earnings are far from enough to meet even the most basic needs of his family. Maria Clara is communicative, affectionate, cheerful and playful. She helps her mom by putting away items like toys and dishes. She likes making handicraft, chiefly necklaces. She has a dog she is passionately fond of. Maria Clara is considered to have good health, in spite of the poor living conditions and diet. She attends a local public elementary school and her favorite subject is Portuguese. The family is needy and through your support Maria Clara and her family will have the opportunity to participate in important projects in the areas of health, recreation, education and nutrition.