Brazilian Culture Virtual Field Trip
This virtual field trip exploring Brazilian culture will take help your children explore the music, dance, and language of Brazil plus so much more. A wonderful addition to a homeschool unit or as part of a fun global education at home.
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Brazil is the 5th largest country by area in the world and the 6th largest country by population. It is about the same size as the continental United States (the part of the US without Hawaii or Alaska).
Rich in diversity due to immigration and the legacy of colonialism, there is a great variety of foods, dances, music, and art that makes Brazil unique.
Note for parents: Before you share with your children, listen to the podcast episode Exploring Brazilian Culture and learn more yourself before embarking on an exploration as a family.
Other field trips to enjoy
Overview
My country Brazil: https://youtu.be/f028paAX2M0
Brazil country and geography profile: https://youtu.be/VTEJk8vPWFE
Carnaval
10 fun facts about Carnaval: https://youtu.be/vrsb1EZsVbA
Carnival craft ideas: https://growingupbilingual.com/10-festive-carnaval-crafts-for-kids/
Make a dancer garland: http://make-it-your-own.com/dancer-garland/
Books
Nini at Carnival by Errol Llyod: https://amzn.to/2O31EDZ
Read aloud: https://youtu.be/Fi4puBvnfT4
Marco’s Travels Hello Brazil: https://amzn.to/30dSnLS
Read aloud: https://youtu.be/K0bEjfWGXH4
Folklore
Curupira: http://kurupira.net/kurupiraproject/folklore.php
Cartoon: https://youtu.be/gKpiIzfNQA8
Music and dance
6 music artists to know: https://www.thelatinamericatravelcompany.com/top-six-music-artists-from-brazil/
History of Choro: https://youtu.be/EOBSFRrqTvM
Choro Aventuroso: https://youtu.be/Zes9yQaSwQk
Samba Reggae class: https://youtu.be/h_W6ho5RW-g
Bossa Nova: https://youtu.be/1Rhq53sCfRU
10 traditional dances to know: https://theculturetrip.com/south-america/brazil/articles/10-traditional-brazilian-dances-you-should-know-about/
Learn a dance: https://youtu.be/2IhJUl7Qzq4
Capoeira Mini Demo https://youtu.be/lH8OVQ4qO24
Food
Arroz e feijão recipe: https://braziliankitchenabroad.com/slow-cooker-black-beans-brazilian-style/
Bahia inspired Plantain Stew recipe: https://youtu.be/2_rQveX2wzc
Street food: https://youtu.be/hhnlckvkS8E
Brazilian hot dog recipe: https://braziliankitchenabroad.com/brazilian-hot-dogs/
Tapioca flatbread pancakes: https://youtu.be/f3AVZyiYsgk
Make your own: https://www.oliviascuisine.com/authentic-brazilian-recipes/
Beijinho de coco: https://braziliankitchenabroad.com/beijinho-de-coco-brazilian-coconut-balls-recipe-with-condensed-milk/
Geography
Geography Kids about Brazil: https://youtu.be/YDpHuo5TvnA
States of Brazil song: https://youtu.be/Z_MJZtR3n0I
Trancoso, Bahia https://youtu.be/gb8iuB1QK2k
Christ the redeemer statue facts: https://youtu.be/6Hvv0rHukWo
Language
Learn to speak Portuguese: https://youtu.be/SojLn8UK3Ck
Use Portuguese at home (use codes jonesinfortaste20 off a box and jonesinfortaste5 off the book)
Art and crafts
About Brazilian handicrafts (for older kids): https://soulbrasil.com/brazilian-arts-crafts-a-tradition-handed-down-from-generation-to-generation/
Capim Dourado: https://turismo.to.gov.br/en/tourist-regions/encantos-do-jalapao-/main-attractions/mateiros/capim-dourado-craftwork/
Watch it being made and types of products made: https://youtu.be/CZ6HP85KDNo
Sand art: https://murderiseverywhere.blogspot.com/2011/08/images-in-sand.html
Watch it being made: https://youtu.be/QIEIFhjmI7w
Make your own sand art with this kit: https://amzn.to/3qcavk1
Clay figurines by Mestre Vitalino: https://streetsmartbrazil.com/meet-mestre-vitalino/
Cloth dolls: https://blackdollcollecting.blogspot.com/2010/03/black-dolls-from-around-world-brazil.html