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Maria is a young Brazilian girl who lives with her parents, Francisco and Maria, and with a sister and a brother, in a small 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. Electricity is available. Water is carried from an artesian well. Francisco works as a machine operator and his earnings are far from enough to meet even the most basic needs of his family. Maria is tranquil, cheerful and affectionate. She helps her mom by making the beds. She loves playing ball games. She has a dog she is passionately fond of. Maria is considered to have good health, in spite of the poor living conditions and diet. She attends a local public primary school and her favorite subject is Portuguese. Her big dream is to become a doctor someday. The family is needy and through your support Maria and her family will have the opportunity to participate in important projects in the areas of health, recreation and education.