Cajun ABC
Pass a good time in Acadiana on this alphabetical tour of Cajun country and culture. The sights, sounds, and smells of all things Cajun two-step off the page as readers are introduced to the customs of the Cajun people...

The Unhuggables
Oliver is upset—very upset—and nothing his mother says makes him feel better. When she tries to give him a comforting hug, he rolls up into a tight ball like an armadillo and won’t let his mother near...

Gumbo
There is a chef who loves to cook, and gumbo is on the menu! Sing, clap, and spell along in this Louisiana twist on the classic B-I-N-G-O song. With pots bubbling and aromas swirling, this catchy read-aloud serves up a flavorful helping...

What Do You Want to Be? ABC
From athlete to bricklayer, chef, diver, zydeco musician, and more, careers in Louisiana are varied and interesting. Young readers will learn about the paths they might take when choosing a career in the Bayou State.

Nightime Ones
When it comes to exploring the world of these forest animals, bedtime is just the beginning. Nighttime Ones is a children’s book for the soon-to-be-slumbering senses. From tracing the camouflaged numerals that correspond to the...

Gaston Goes to Mardi Gras
From the Jefferson City Buzzards, the oldest marching group in the city, to the Krewes of Rex and Zulu, author and illustrator James Rice captures the magic of the carnival season in a book designed for children of all ages.

Craziest Cajun Football Tale
A Team Against All Odds. Hatcher has big football dreams. He wants to be a play-calling star. A legend. So, he joins a city youth team with the hopes of helping them design plays to win a championship.

Andouille and The Bon Temps Boutique
Andouille, the lovable Cajun dachshund, is back and this time he has a new friend who he adores: a kitten named Beignet. While Andouille loves his new friend, he doesn't love his old hotdog costume...

Gary and Mary Quite Contrary
Gary the alligator and his little sister Mary had always been two peas in a pod, especially in the kitchen! However, growing up and growing apart leads to tough disagreements about what to make for dinner...

The Nutcracker: A Swamp Tale
They dance to zydeco music and play games, but their revelry is interrupted as a caped raccoon sweeps through the doors, arms filled with gifts for the children. For little Corinne, he brings one special gift: a handmade...

Little Lost Alligator
Lost and far from home, the smallest alligator down the bayou must navigate a world full of misunderstandings and surprises. Along the way, he encounters a host of colorful characters—some who fear him, others who offer help,...