This collection of Louisiana Children’s Books contains stories that highlight the wildlife, history, and people that come from Louisiana. There are so many directions to go with diving into this state: Mardi Gras, Hurricane Katrina, the swamp life (gators, mosquitos, pelicans), the rich culture, Jazz music, and more! Pick what suits your family or dive into all the greatest that Louisiana has to offer.
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Books
The Bourbon Street Band is Back by Ed Shankman
Take a walk down Bourbon Street and listen to this band lead by Louisiana’s wild-life. Gators, Crawfish. and raccoons introduce readers to Jazz Music. See a reading here!
A Catfish Tale: A Bayou Story of the Fisherman and His Wife by Whitney Stewart
This fun twist on a classic fable introduces words like “bayou” as it takes you through a fun, magical tale about a fisherman and his wife. Here is a read aloud!
Down in Louisiana by Johnette Downing
First, it is adorably rhythmic. Second, this book introduces a young audience to many different animals of Louisiana. See the author SING the book here!
Trombone Shorty by Troy “Trombone Shorty” Andrews
Read this autobiographical tale about the boy who played a trombone that was bigger than he. As always, a reading can be found here!
I Survived: Hurricane Katrina 2005 by Lauren Tarshis
Louisiana history is told through this fictional story set in one of the worst natural disasters the United States has ever seen.
Dinosaur Mardi Gras by Dianne De Las Casas
Dinosaurs and Mardi gras! This colorful book is fun for all dinosaur-loving kids.
Jenny Giraffe’s Mardi Gras Ride by Cecilia Casrill Dartez
Join Jenny the Giraffe on her fun ride during the Mardi Gras parade.
Boudreaux the Louisiana Mosquiteaux by Mr. Stacy Bearden
What’s Great about Louisiana? by Rebecca Felix
Activities
Listen to Jazz Music
Play music together!
Try Cajun Food
