Name: Super Cities! New Orleans
Brand: Jr. James Buckley
SKU: 9781467198905
Price: 14.99 USD
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Super Cities! New Orleans

9781467198905

$14.99

Sometimes the coolest places are right outside your front door. Learning about New Orleans's interesting and unique culture has never been so super fun! Did you know Mardi Gras is one of the most famous city-wide parties in the world? Or that the famous jazz musician Louis Armstrong was born in New Orleans? Have you ever wanted to visit St. Louis Cathedral, the oldest Catholic cathedral in the United States? From the Audubon Zoo to the New Orleans Jazz Museum, Super Cities!: New Orleans covers it all and is sure to engage any reader with fun facts about the history, culture, and people who make this place great. Check out the Besthoff Sculpture Garden and attend a New Orleans Predators game, all right here. Take a peek inside to learn more about the impressive, unusual, super history of New Orleans!

Super Cities! Charleston

9781467198929

$14.99

Sometimes the coolest places are right outside your front door. Learning about Charleston's interesting and unique culture has never been so super fun! Did you know that the Patriots won the first big battle of the American Revolution at Fort Sullivan in Charles Towne? Or that the H.L. Hunley was the first submarine ever to sink a warship? What about the fact that the College of Charleston is older than the United States of America itself? From the American Civil War, to delicious shrimp and grits, Super Cities!: Charleston covers it all, and is sure to engage any reader with fun facts about the history, culture, and people who make this city great. Dive into Charleston Harbor, explore the old City Market, and join in the fun at Spoleto Music Festival, all right here. Take a peek inside to learn more about the impressive, unusual, super history of Charleston!

Dreaming of Hanukkah

9781467197069

$9.99

Counting down to bedtime during Hanukkah has never been so fun! With beautiful illustrations on each page, in Dreaming of Hanukkah we'll learn to count down from 10 to 1 while discovering the traditions and customs of Hanukkah. From Maccabee soldiers and crispy latkes to blessings over the menorah, there's so much to see--won't you join me?

Cicada's Song

9781455626120

$19.99

Two little boys in the bayou are tucked in for the night when they hear the strange noise outside of a cicada calling out for a mate. Their mother tells them the story of the cicada's life cycle and how he goes about finding his love.

We Really, Really Want a Dog!

9781455625871

$17.99

This lighthearted read-aloud book describes a trip to the animal shelter to find a just-right family pet. Young readers will learn what to consider when choosing a dog as well as the benefits of rescuing an animal. Sidebars and back matter detail dangerous foods and necessary supplies.

The Ghostly Tales of Bisbee

9781467198806

$12.99

Ghost stories from Bisbee, Arizona have never been so creepy, fun, and full of mystery! The haunted history of Prescott comes to life--even when the main players are dead. Visit the Loretto Academy, but keep your eye out for the ghosts of students from long ago. Or walk into Zacatecas Canyon and risk bumping into the Woman in White. Dive into this spooky chapter book for suspenseful tales of bumps in the night, paranormal investigations, and the unexplained; just be sure to keep the light on.

The Ghostly Tales of Prescott

9781467198790

$12.99

Ghost stories from Prescott, Arizona have never been so creepy, fun, and full of mystery! The haunted history of Prescott comes to life--even when the main players are dead. Visit the Palace Saloon, but be sure to watch out for bottles thrown by phantom hands! Or attend a show at the Elks Opera House, but prepare to be distracted by wandering specters. Dive into this spooky chapter book for suspenseful tales of bumps in the night, paranormal investigations, and the unexplained; just be sure to keep the light on.

Jenny Giraffe and the Streetcar Party

9780882899626

$19.99

Ride along with Jenny for another fun adventure in the Big Easy!

Jenny Giraffe's second New Orleans adventure begins with an invitation to attend her friend T-Boy's birthday party—on a rolling streetcar on the St. Charles line! Jenny is not sure what a streetcar is. Once her adopted family convinces her to try the new experience even though she is scared, she joins her friends aboard the historic streetcar. Decorated with ribbons and balloons, the party car rolls down the tracks! The streetcar, filled with happy children and one young giraffe, travels along St. Charles Avenue through the American and University sectors of the city and on to the Garden District. Jenny enjoys herself and gains confidence in this charming tale.

The Ghostly Tales of Burlington

9781467198646

$12.99

Ghost stories from Burlington, Vermont have never been so creepy, fun, and full of mystery! The haunted history of Burlington comes to life--even when the main players are dead. Visit the Howard Opera House for a spectral show. Or spend the night at the South Meadow on Raymond Place, but don't count on getting much sleep while surrounded by restless spirits. Dive into this spooky chapter book for suspenseful tales of bumps in the night, paranormal investigations, and the unexplained; just be sure to keep the light on.

The Ghostly Tales of Michigan's West Coast

9781467198028

$12.99

Ghost stories from America's Great Lakes State have never been so creepy, fun, and full of mystery!

Coastal Michigan's haunted history and local legends come to life--even when the main players are dead. From the souls lost aboard the doomed Alpena, to the restless spirits at Nunica Cemetery, this spooky chapter book will keep readers rapt. Dive into suspenseful tales of bumps in the night, paranormal investigations, and the unexplained; just be sure to keep the light on.

The Ghostly Tales of Michigan's West Coast

The Ghostly Tales of Virginia City

9781467198844

$12.99

Ghost stories from Virginia City, Nevada have never been so creepy, fun, and full of mystery! The haunted history of Virginia City comes to life--even when the main players are dead. Wander into Six Mile Canyon, but keep your eye out for the ghost of old Jack Davis. Or check into the International Hotel for a glimpse of guests who checked in but never checked out. Dive into this spooky chapter book for suspenseful tales of bumps in the night, paranormal investigations, and the unexplained; just be sure to keep the light on.

The Ghostly Tales of Oklahoma City

9781467198776

$12.99

Ghost stories from Oklahoma City have never been so creepy, fun, and full of mystery! The haunted history of OKC comes to life--even when the main players are dead. Visit the Overholser House and catch a glimpse of its original occupants, one of the wealthiest families to live in Oklahoma City. Or drive past Kitchen Lake and, perhaps, keep an ear out for phantom babies crying in the night. Dive into this spooky chapter book for suspenseful tales of bumps in the night, paranormal investigations, and the unexplained; just be sure to keep the light on.!

The Ghostly Tales of the Treasure Coast

9781467198769

$12.99

Ghost stories from Treasure Coast, Florida have never been so creepy, fun, and full of mystery! The haunted history of Treasure Coast comes to life--even when the main players are dead. Visit the Driftwood Resort and catch a glimpse of past tenants who checked in, but never checked out. Or see a show at the Sunrise Theatre, but expect to be distracted by the specters who call this place home. Dive into this spooky chapter book for suspenseful tales of bumps in the night, paranormal investigations, and the unexplained all across America's Midwestern states; just be sure to keep the light on.

The Ghostly Tales of Tampa

9781467198745

$12.99

Ghost stories from Tampa, Florida have never been so creepy, fun, and full of mystery! The haunted history of Burlington comes to life--even when the main players are dead. Visit the Oaklawn Cemetery for a glimpse of the ghost of Vincent Martinez de Yeor. Or catch a spectral show at the Tampa Theater. Dive into this spooky chapter book for suspenseful tales of bumps in the night, paranormal investigations, and the unexplained; just be sure to keep the light on.

Picasso for Kids

9781589806597

$8.95

The striking, vibrant paintings of Picasso are perfect for engaging developing minds while fostering children's love of art. In this board book, Picasso's experimentation with geometry in cubist masterpieces such as Head and Woman with a Blue Beret and Fur Collar are showcased in full-color reproductions alongside seven other works depicting families, children, and circus scenes. Picasso is only one artist represented in the six-book series entitled Great Art for Kids. Stressing the value of art appreciation, the series provides artistic pieces in a toddler-friendly board-book format. A parents' guide in the back of the book provides interesting facts about the artist's life and works, as well as projects for child prodigies.

Bugs on the Rug

9781455627899

$9.95

Based on a song from author and illustrator Johnette Downing’s album Boogie Woogie Bugs, the singsong rhyming text introduces babies and youngsters to the wonderful world of bugs.

Illustrated with Johnette’s bold, bright foam and paper collages, the bugs seem to hop, skip, fly, and jump right off the board book pages and into the hearts of little listeners in this entertaining and educational counting adventure!

On the Loose in New Orleans

9781467197168

$17.99

Prize-winning Atlantic Online cartoonist Sage Stossel has created her next Find the Animals book with On the Loose in New Orleans. Children will have hours of fun finding the Audubon Zoo animals around the Big Easy—whether a monkey on a riverboat, a giraffe in Jackson Square, or elephants eating beignets! Over 100 animals are hiding cleverly in favorite New Orleans locations in this colorfully illustrated rhyming picture book.