David K Wright
Author
Series
Publisher
Enslow Publishers, Inc
Pub. Date
[2015]
Language
English
Description
This is an interesting look at the life and career of this talented tennis legend, Arthur Ashe was the first African-American male ever to play professional tennis, and would go on to win thirty-three tournaments. A teacher, author, and activist, as well as a tennis star, Ashe continued to be politically and socially active until he died of AIDS-related pneumonia.
3) Albania
Author
Publisher
Children's Press
Pub. Date
[1997]
Language
English
Description
Describes the geography, plants, animals, history, economy, language, religions, culture, sports, arts, and people of Albania.
6) Canada
Author
Series
Publisher
G. Stevens Children's Books
Pub. Date
1991.
Language
English
Description
"Looks at everyday life in modern-day Canada through the eyes of Rachel, a girl living in Halifax, Nova Scotia. Also surveys the civilization, history, culture, and geography of Canada." --
8) Vietnam
Author
Series
Publisher
Childrens Press
Pub. Date
[1989]
Language
English
Description
Discusses the geography, history, people, economy, and customs of Vietnam.
10) Malaysia
Author
Series
Publisher
Childrens Press
Pub. Date
[1988]
Language
English
Description
An introduction to this small independent tropical country.
11) Brunei
Author
Series
Publisher
Childrens Press
Pub. Date
[1991]
Language
English
Description
An introduction to the small and prosperous country of Brunei, which lies on the north coast of the island of Borneo.
12) Burma
Author
Series
Publisher
Childrens Press
Pub. Date
[1991]
Language
English
Description
An introduction to Burma, site of beautiful and historic religious temples and land of constant fighting.
15) Singapore
Author
Series
Publisher
G. Stevens Children's Books
Pub. Date
1991.
Language
English
Description
"Presents the life of a ten-year-old boy and his family in Singapore, describing his home and school activities and discussing the history, geography, ethnic composition, languages, culture, and other aspects of his county." --
Author
Series
Publisher
G. Stevens Pub
Pub. Date
1993.
Language
English
Description
Presents the life of an eleven-year-old girl and her family in Vietnam, describing her home and school activities and discussing the history, geography, ethnic composition, languages, culture, and other aspects of her country.
20) War in Vietnam
Author
Publisher
Childrens Press
Pub. Date
[1989]
Language
English
Description
A review of the Vietnam War beginning with its history and presenting biographical sketches of prominent political figures of the time and a glossary of words and phrases connected to Vietnam.