Gaston Goes to Mardi Gras This abbreviated board book edition is the perfect introduction to this classic tale! Gaston the green-nosed alligator has returned from the swamp and is taking adventurous readers on a tour of Mardi Gras.
Join Beignet Bunny on a whimsical adventure through New Orleans as he searches for friends, convinced he's a sugar-covered treat, and encounters a colorful cast of characters along the way.
Fais Do Do Clap your hands and tap your toe! This vibrant story by beloved N.O. children’s author Shannon Atwater captures the imagination while celebrating the Cajun tradition of the fais do-do dance party. Do a little two-step just in time for bed!
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.
The Boy from the Swamp A boy from the swamp, content with a simple existence, is encouraged by a mysterious alligator to explore another side of life. Although the boy is reluctant to trust his strange new friend, a curious fascination compels him...
Are You a Rhinoceros? When a determined pelican named Jean-Jacques is handed a very important delivery—one baby rhinoceros—he must rely on creativity, courage, and a few unlikely friends to find his way. This heartwarming adventure celebrates...
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...
A Stir of Imagination This book takes young readers on a sweet journey of baking and decorating a cake with Amy and her pup, Charlee. Readers will be encouraged to use their imagination while learning about the basics of baking, handwashing, kitchen...
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.
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...