vietnam

"Learn how the United States ended up fighting for twenty years in a remote country on the other side of the world. Five US presidents were convinced that American troops could end a war in the small, divided country of Vietnam and stop Communism from spreading in Southeast Asia. But they were wrong, and the result was the death of 58,000 American troops. Presenting all sides of a complicated and tragic chapter in recent history, Jim O'Connor explains why the US got involved, what the human cost was, and how defeat in Vietnam left a lasting scar on America"--Provided by publisher.

"Vietnam is a long narrow country in mainland Southeast Asia. The country is known for its varied landscapes, diverse cultures, and unique historic sites. Learn about Vietnam's ... history, culture, geography, and more"--Back cover.

"Thirteen-year-old Yen and her family have survived a war, famine and persecution. When a powerful flood ruins their village in rural Vietnam, matters only get worse. With the help of neighbors and family, they decide to take the ultimate risk on a chance for a better life"--Provided by publisher.

Photographs and text provide information about Vietnam, discussing what is eaten, religion, geography and more.

Ho Chi Min City, 1981. When four-year-old Van woke up one morning, her mother and three siblings were gone. Van didn't think too much of it until later in the day, when her grandmother said they weren't coming back.

"Through a series of poems, a young girl chronicles the life-changing year of 1975, when she, her mother, and her brothers leave Vietnam and resettle in Alabama"--Provided by publisher.

Discusses the history of Vietnamese immigration to America, including the troubles they faced, language barriers, and more.

Looks at and collects the news articles and other documents that revealed unreleased information about the United States' involvement in the Vietnam War.

Looks at the country of Vietnam, discussing its history, land, people, and more.