A place called heartbreak : a story of Vietnam(1993)Describes the ordeal of Major Fred Cherry, who was shot down in combat over Vietnam and spent seven-and-a-half years as a prisoner of war in Hanoi.
A wall of names : the story of the Vietnam Veterans Memorial by Judy Donnelly(1991)Surveys the history of the Vietnam War, chronicles the construction of the the Vietnam Memorial, and discusses what the Memorial means to many Americans.
Always to remember : the story of the Vietnam Veterans Memorial(1988)Discusses the building of the Vietnam Veterans Memorial, the controversies that have surrounded it, and some human interest stories connected with it.
An Asian tragedy : America and Vietnam by David Detzer(1992)Examines the Vietnam War, from the early struggle of the Vietnamese against foreign domination to American intervention and the aftermath of the conflict.
Asian holidays by Faith Winchester(1996)Briefly describes eight festivals celebrated by Chinese, Japanese and Vietnamese, including various New Year's festivals, Ch'ing Ming, and Buddha's birthday.
Celebrate! in Southeast Asia by Joseph F. Viesti(1996)Describes a variety of holiday celebrations in Southeast Asia, including Thailand's Elephant Round-Up, Singapore's Moon Cake Festival, and the Vietnamese New Year.
The Children of Vietnam by Marybeth Lorbiecki(1997)Introduces the history, geography, and culture of Vietnam through the daily lives of children who live there.
Cooking the Vietnamese way by Chi Nguyen(1985)An introduction to the cooking of Vietnam featuring such recipes as spring rolls, sweet and sour soup, and Vietnamese fried rice. Also includes information about the land, history, and holidays of this south-east Asian country.
Dan Thuy's new life in America by Karen O'Connor(1992)Describes the experience of thirteen-year-old Dan Thuy Huynh and her family, recently come from Vietnam to live in San Diego, California, as they adapt to their life in a new country.
El grupo musical Lac Hong by Mary Cappellini(1997)Series Saludos!
Escape from Saigon : a Vietnam War orphan becomes an American boy by Andrea Warren(2004)Describes that dramatic helicopter airlift, the largest in history, which during two days in 1975 carried thousands of Americans and selected South Vietnamese out of Saigon as the North Vietnamese marched to capture the city, thus ending the long Vietnam War.
Extraordinary Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders by Susan Sinnott(2003)Biographical sketches of notable Asian Americans and Pacific Islander Americans, from the nineteenth century up to the present.
Ho Chi Minh by Philip Steele(2003)A biography of the Vietnamese leader who led his people in the struggle for independence from France and in the subsequent war with South Vietnam and the United States.
Hoang Anh : a Vietnamese American boy by Diane Hoyt-Goldsmith(1992)A Vietnamese American boy describes the daily activities of his family in San Rafael, California, and the traditional culture and customs that shape their lives.
I am Vietnamese American by Felice Blanc(1997)A Vietnamese American discusses his traditions, heritage, culture, and pride in his identity.
IDEA picture dictionary. 1 : an IDEA language development resource(2004)A dictionary for early elementary grades, with each word portrayed in the accompanying illustration. Words are also given in Spanish, Vietnamese, Hmong, Filipino, Chinese, and French.
In a Vietnamese city by Tom Morgan(2002)Presents a day in the life of two brothers living in Danang, discussing the social life, customs, religion, history, and language of Vietnam.
John McCain : serving his country by Barbara Silberdick Feinberg(2000)
The Kids' multicultural art book : art & craft experiences from around the world by Alexandra M. Terzian(1993)Includes background information and instructions for more than 100 craft projects from African, Native American, Eskimo, Asian, and Hispanic cultures.
The Lac Hong music group by Mary Cappellini(1997)
Le Ly Hayslip by Mary Englar(2005)Contents Introduction -- Growing up in Vietnam -- War comes to Ky La -- A new life in the United States -- Her own business -- Le Ly's first book -- The East Meets West Foundation -- Helping Vietnam rebuild.
Leaving vietnam : the journey of Tuan Ngo, a boat boy by Sarah S. Kilborne(1999)Tells the story of a boy and his father who endure danger and difficulties when they escape by boat from Vietnam, spend days at sea, and then months in refugee camps before making their way to the United States.
Lee Ann : the story of a Vietnamese-American girl by Tricia Brown(1991)A young Vietnamese American girl describes her family and school life, Saturday activities, and celebration of TET, the Vietnamese New Year.
Milet picture dictionary by Sedat Turhan(2003)Text in Vietnamese and English.
Nuestro viaje hacia la libertad by Andrea Quynhgiao Nguyen(1997)
The People of Vietnam by Dolly Brittan(1997)Provides a brief introduction to the geography, language, customs, and beliefs of Vietnam.
The story of the Saigon airlift by Zachary Kent,(1991)Describes that dramatic helicopter airlift, the largest in history, which during two days in 1975 carried thousands of Americans and selected South Vietnamese out of Saigon as the North Vietnamese marched to capture the city, thus ending the long Vietnam War.
Table, chair, bear : a book in many languages by Jane Feder(1995)Presents illustrations of objects found in a child's room, labeled in thirteen different languages, including Spanish, Vietnamese, Japanese, and French.
Ten mice for Tet by Pegi Deitz Shea(2003)A village of mice prepares for Tet, or Vietnamese New Year, as different numbers of mice give gifts, cook food, and celebrate in other traditional ways. Includes an afterword with facts about the holiday.
The Tet Offensive : turning point of the Vietnam War by Dale Anderson(2005)Examines how the Tet offensive had a dramatic impact on American politics.
Their names to live : what the Vietnam Veterans Memorial means to America(1998)Describes the planning and creation of the Vietnam Veterans Memorial and how it came to be a symbol for the dead of all American wars.
Trip to freedom by Andrea Quynhgiao Nguyen(1997)
Two lands, one heart : an American boy's journey to his mother's Vietnam by Jeremy Schmidt(1995)
Vietnam by Audrey Seah(2004)Contents Geography -- History -- Government -- Economy -- Environment -- Vietnamese -- Lifestyle -- Religion -- Language -- Arts -- Leisure -- Festivals -- Food.
Vietnam by Amy Condra-Peters(2002)An overview of the Socialist Republic of Vietnam, including information on its geography, history, government, social life and customs, and relationship with the United States.
Vietnam by Ole Steen Hansen(1997)Discusses the history, culture, and current problems of one of the world's poorest nations.
Vietnam by Patrick Merrick(2000)Introduces the history, geography, people, and customs of the Southeast Asian country of Vietnam.
Vietnam by Terri Willis(2002)Describes the geography, wildlife, history, government, economy, religion, and culture of Vietnam.
Vietnam by Michael Dahl(1998)
Vietnam by Pat Simmons(1996)Introduces Vietnam through a geographical and historical profile and through case studies of individuals and a representative community.
The Vietnam veterans memorial by Patra McSharry Sevastiades(1997)Examines the history, purposes, design, and impact of the Vietnam Veterans Memorial.
Vietnam, the culture by Bobbie Kalman(1996)
Vietnam, the people by Bobbie Kalman(1996)
The Vietnamese Americans by Tricia Springstubb(2002)Discusses the history and political conditions of Vietnam and examines the situation of Vietnamese refugees, their immigration, social adjustments, employment, and contributions to American culture.
Vietnamese Americans by C. Ann Fitterer(2003)Brief introduction to Vietnamese Americans, their historical backgrounds, customs and traditions, their impact on society, and life in the United States today.
Vietnamese foods & culture by Jennifer Ferro(1999)Discusses some of the foods enjoyed in Vietnam and describes special foods that are part of such specific celebrations as Tet, Wandering Souls Day, and the Mid-Autumn Festival. Includes recipes.
Vietnamese in America by Lori Coleman(2005)Includes bibliographical references and index.
A Visit to Vietnam by Peter Roop(1998)
World holidays : a Watts guide for children by Heather Moehn(2000)An illustrated alphabetical guide to celebrations and holidays around the world, including religious, civic, and cultural practices.
