haiti

A silly man named Bouki, believing that the old man who passed by is a true fortune teller, asks when he will die, then behaves as if the prediction has come true. Includes notes about Bouki tales and Haiti.

Describes how the culture of Haiti is reflected in its many festivals, including Carnival, Feast of St. Andrew, and Independence Day.

An introduction to the geography, history, economy, culture, and people of Haiti.

Explores the events of the 2010 Haiti earthquake, issues surrounding US aid and military efforts; inconsistencies of the death tolls; and controversies surrounding the adoptions of Haitian orphans, and personal narratives from people who experienced the earthquake.

Provides information about the land, history, government, people, culture, and economy of Haiti, and includes a time line, illustrations, statistics, and maps, and a Web site link for further study.

A Haitian American author presents nine short stories about life under Haiti's dictatorship.

A selection of writings on the culture and traditions of African-Americans, discussing folklore, religion, and the author's personal experiences.

Surveys the history, topography, people, and culture of Haiti, with emphasis on its current economy, industry, and place in the political world.

Robbie, his classmates, and his teacher prepare to welcome Jean Paul Petit, a new student from Haiti, by learning about his country and its culture. Includes a craft project and traditional recipe.

A color-illustrated overview of Haiti that describes its geography, daily life at home and school, food, clothing, animals, sports and recreation, and holidays and celebrations. Also includes instructions for a Haitian game, selected Creole vocabulary, and further resources.