Vietnam

Antique map of Asia printed in Italian, showing regions, rivers, and islands with illustrations of sea creatures in the ocean

Asia by Era | Asia for Educators

An online resource that highlights art and events in different eras in Japan, China, Korea, Vietnam, SE Asia, and South Asia, with a timeline that links to different resources that cover historical events and museum collections that provide information about pieces from different eras. It can be used as a basic timeline to begin research into periods of history, used to provide background information for historical periods, such as the Kofun period in Japan, or to find artifacts that can be used in class discussions.

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Traditional Vietnamese Đông Hồ painting from Vietnam depicts anthropomorphic cats and mice in ceremonial attire, with a tiger and symbolic objects; includes calligraphic text. Art like this is often studied at Northern Illinois University.

Vietnam Was More Than Just a War | Northern Illinois University 

This lesson plan uses Vietnamese poetry to help students understand the attitudes of Vietnamese citizens toward the Vietnam War and American involvement. Designed for high school juniors but suitable for grades 9-12, this activity builds on students’ prior knowledge of Vietnam’s history and geography, offering a unique perspective on the emotional and cultural impact of the war.

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An older man with a mustache and beard, resembling Ho Chí Minh in his early years, looks upward while touching the side of his head with his hand.

Ho Chí Minh: The Early Years | PBS Learning Media

This short video from PBS Learning Media delves into the life of Ho Chí Minh, Prime Minister and President of the Democratic Republic of Vietnam, focusing on his path to becoming a communist and founding the Viet Minh, a national independence coalition. Designed for grades 9-12, this resource provides an engaging overview of Ho Chí Minh’s impact on Vietnamese history, offering essential context for understanding the Vietnam War.

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Promotional graphic for At-Home Adventures Through Asia by Asia Society, featuring Vietnam with scenic water, boats, and mountains in the background.

At-Home Adventures through Asia: Vietnam | Asia Society

“At-Home Adventures through Asia: Introduction to Vietnam” offers a rich, interactive exploration of Vietnamese culture tailored for K-6 students. Originally designed for parents and children, the activities in this program include a presentation on Vietnam and engaging artistic activities that can easily be adapted for classroom use, helping to build cultural empathy and global awareness.

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Performers in red costumes showcase a traditional drum routine on a street in San Jose, with decorative lion heads and large flags, echoing the vibrant celebrations often seen in Vietnam.

Voyage to Vietnam | Children’s Discovery Museum of San Jose

The Children’s Discovery Museum of San Jose offers an immersive set of online resources for children to interactively learn about Vietnamese culture. The exhibits feature a variety of topics, such as traditional foods, clothing, ancestor altars, musical instruments, and festivals, with a special focus on the Tet Festival. These engaging resources can be adapted for use in grades K-6, providing meaningful and educational pathways to explore aspects of life and culture in Vietnam.

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A person is writing gold calligraphy in Vietnamese on a red envelope with a brush, wearing a green ring, at a wooden table—an elegant moment reminiscent of Omniglot’s celebration of world scripts.

Vietnamese | Omniglot

This resource guide provides an overview of the Vietnamese language, including its linguistic features and writing systems. It covers the history of Vietnamese script, offers sample texts and videos, and includes practical materials for learning Vietnamese phrases and words. The guide also provides links to further information and educational resources for deeper exploration of Vietnamese language and culture.

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