vietnam

Text and pictures describe several areas of Vietnam, including cultural information on topics such as rice farming, water puppet shows, and Vietnamese New Year celebrations.

When Mai feeds the caged birds at a Buddhist temple in Vietnam, her simple act of kindness starts a chain of thoughtful acts that ultimately comes back to her.

In 1975 after American troops pull out of Vietnam, a 13-year-old boy and his elephant escape into the jungle when the Viet Cong attack his village.

When her grandmother reveals that the daughter that she had given up for adoption is coming from America to visit her Vietnamese family, nine-year-old Binh is convinced that her newly-discovered aunt is wealthy and will take care of all the family's needs.

Reunited with his family for the first time since he was a baby, fifth grader Du struggles to adapt to his new home in the United States.

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.

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 Southeast Asian country.

Shot down over Vietnam in 1968, Marine Lieutenant "Candy Man" Donovan must leave his seriously injured best friend behind in enemy territory while he tries to reach their rendezvous point.

Four best friends serving in the Vietnam War make a pledge to one another that they will do all they can to return home safely together.

Describes how the culture of Vietnam is reflected in its many festivals, including Tet, the Firecracker Festival, and the Ngoc Son Festival.