Brazil factsheet

Did you know Brazil is the biggest country in South America? Our Brazil factsheet includes a map of Brazil and the important facts to help you answer questions like ‘How big is Brazil?’ and ‘What continent is Brazil in?' This factsheet can be used as a starter activity or as a big Brazil poster for the classroom wall. 

Did you know?

  • Since 2000, an area of Amazonia the size of 50 football pitches is being destroyed every minute
  • Around 14 millions Brazilians aged 15-29 live in poverty
  • 50% of people living in rural areas do not receive adequate health care

Find out more about ActionAid's work in Brazil