There was an old lady who swallowed a fly . . . Young readers will love hearing about the fly and all the other creepy-crawly bugs the old lady gulps down in this fanciful feast based on the tradition
In a not-so-spooky parody of the popular Christmas poem, witches are up to their elbows in cobwebs and slime as they try to make sure their witchlings are well prepared for their first Halloween broom
Young Gianni fishes in the lagoon of Burano, Italy, to feed the starving people of his island. When a storm dumps him from his boat, a mermaid whips the water into a length of elegant lace and catches
New Orleans lays claim to so many things-jazz, Mardi Gras, festivals, and food-so it makes perfect sense that the Big Easy would be the home of the first cocktail. After all, libations are a New Orlea
A freshly baked cornbread boy escapes when he is taken out of the oven and eludes a number of hungry animals--as well as having a spicy encounter with an alligator--in this Cajun version of the Ginger
i??One book, in fact the only one we know of, where you can enjoy the best of the year in one place.i?? i??Hollywood Inside Syndicate. A plummeting global economy, a worldwide energy crisis, and the h
Demonstrates the importance of each life in the scheme of things and shows not only that it is possible, but also how it is possible for one person to make a lasting impression on humanity as a whole.
The Civil War in the Indian Territory proved to be a test of valor and endurance for both sides. Author Steve Cottrell outlines the events that led up to the involvement of this region in the war, the
A crazy Italian joint makes a tasty read! Reading in the mixed-up Italian restaurant is one of Jake's favorite things to do! Whether they play with food or dig into a good book, Jake and his uncle alw
In New Orleans, it's often been said that people don't eat to live; they live to eat. Famous for its culinary delights and the pride it takes in its diverse cooking heritage, this is a city of food an
How much can a tall Texan eat? In this humorous retelling of the classic tale, a tall Texan devours a toad, a rattlesnake, a bat, a bull, and more to get rid of the flea he accidentally ate. The Texan
When he finds that he is home alone for the first time, a bright eight-and-a-half-year-old boy informs any monsters that might be lurking in the house that his older brother Dan is worth the wait.
Backyard Edens of Georgia�s prettiest city. This book celebrates 30 of Savannah�s most beautiful small gardens and features horticultural blueprints and advice about what to plant.
Clovis and his friends are startled by a strange-looking "water chicken" swimming around in the bayou, but they welcome him when he helps rescue Clothilde Catfish.
While attending a birthday party aboard a historic St. Charles Line streetcar, Jenny Giraffe has the opportunity to learn about the history of New Orleans
Kid-friendly introduction to tennis techniques. Young players will love learning about serves, strokes, rules, and tactics with the help of lively cartoon characters Bouncy and Fuzzy. This guide even
Details Spanish influences and culture in New Orleans and Louisiana during the period 1763 to 1803, looking at persisting influences in facets of modern New Orleans culture such as cuisine, architectu
Cook up the spirit of the season! Traditional recipes and statewide celebrations fill this holiday cookbook. Savory offerings from restaurant chefs and home cooks include Deer Sausage Braids and Red B
This illustrated handbook features descriptions and actual selling prices for historic quilts sold, reflecting the authors� 15 years of research at auction and estate sales. There are also invaluabl
While the Civil War devastates their peaceful little river town of Port Hudson, Louisiana, two sixteen-year-old youths bury a friend wearing gray as well as one in blue.
Offers motivational advice on developing a positive and loving attitude, choosing moods, increasing concentration and perseverance, and overcoming defeat, fear, stress, and self-hate
Medley gives readers and in-depth account of African and African American history and cultural influence in New Orleans. The text is organized chronologically and relates the history of New Orleans' k
Briefly traces the life and career of the artist and shares a variety of her paintings, which deal with harvests, baptisms, funerals, washdays, and other aspects of plantation life
Describes the banners that have flown over the state of Louisiana, including the Spanish, French, British, American, and Confederate ensigns, as well as state and local flags, and recounts their histo
Simple cottages, urban mansions, and amalgamations of Creole and Anglo-American-type homes blend together to form one of the few antebellum New Orleans neighborhoods.
Pirate's Pantry: Treasured Recipes of Southwest Louisiana is a bountiful collection of family and regional recipes, with a spicy lagniappe of local historical lore that reflects the Creole and Cajun f
The East meets the Westbank and more! With recipes by local Vietnamese cooks and world-renowned chefs, this cookbook provides the reader with a detailed offering of Vietnamese cuisine in the New Orlea
Louisiana Indian Tales vividly re-creates the struggles and triumphs of the state�s first inhabitants. Dating back to 10,000 B.C., when the Paleo-Indians occupied the area and huge woolly mammoths a
In this third volume in the series, Jerald Horst, who worked as a marine advisory agent and taught fisheries science at Louisiana State U., and Glenda Horst, the daughter of a commercial fisherman, de
Friendship is the underlying subject as the beauty and dangers of bayou life are depicted in this, the very first volume in the landmark series. A curious crawfish, Clovis always wants to know why and
For more than a century the legendary Congo Square served as a public gathering place for slaves and free people of color. Today scholars consider it the birthplace of both jazz and modern American da
The author recalls his childhood as the youngest of six brothers in an Irish-Catholic family living in a city by the Great Lakes and reminisces about the affection and dedication that kept the family
