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Name: Young Person's Guide to New Orleans Houses
Brand: Lloyd Vogt
SKU: 9780882898292
Price: 7.46 USD
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Slip down the bayous and back alleys of Louisiana history. Some stories speak of tragedy: the whispers of New Orleans vampires, the tortured souls haunting plantations, the horrors of the Thibodaux Massacre. But the twists and turns of Pelican State heritage offer their fair share of revelry as well. Sit on an abandoned dock in Lake Charles, visit the birthplace of Huey P. Long or take a guided tour of the historic French Quarter with our Louisiana history books. [View all Louisiana books]

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Young Person's Guide to New Orleans Houses

$9.95 $7.46 Save 25%

Super Cities! New Orleans

$14.99 $11.24 Save 25%

It's Raining in Louisiana

$10.95 $8.21 Save 25%

Cajun ABC

$19.99 $14.99 Save 25%

The Ghostly Tales of Louisiana

$12.99 $9.74 Save 25%

ABCs of New Orleans

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F Is for French Quarter

$19.99 $14.99 Save 25%

One Dat, Two Dat, Are You a Who Dat?

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Alycat and the Sleepover Saturday

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123s of New Orleans

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Young Person's Guide to New Orleans Houses

9780882898292

$9.95 $7.46 Save 25%

Lloyd Vogt, an award-winning New Orleans architect, offers young people a fascinating glimpse into the history of New Orleans architecture. Dividing his discussion into two parts--house types and house styles--he provides a basic yet comprehensive first course in New Orleans building design in a language designed for easy understanding. Also provided are labeled drawings for style identification, and a complete glossary.

Super Cities! New Orleans

9781467198905

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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!

It's Raining in Louisiana

9781455627356

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It’s raining in Louisiana. There’s thunder all around, and we have to park on the neutral ground! The Mississippi River is high, but now we don’t have to water the plants. Young children in the Bayou State will certainly recognize all the signs of a rainy day in Louisiana in this exciting board book.

Cajun ABC

9781455625970

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“Pass” a good time in Acadiana in this tour of Cajun country and culture! The sights, sounds, and smells of all things Cajun two-step off the page, introduced letter by letter in alphabetical order. From the alligators in the bayou to the stars of the zydeco stage, the food, music, literature, and language unique to the people of southern Louisiana are delightfully rhymed and beautifully illustrated. From the smallest details of daily life to the fantastical “fifolet” of Cajun folklore, the spirit and the spice of Cajun country infuse these pages. Author Rickey Pittman includes maps of Acadiana, a graph showing the concentration of Cajun speakers by parish, and a glossary of terms. On each page, artist Alexis Braud hides a pelican just waiting to be found by emerging readers.

The Ghostly Tales of Louisiana

9781467197878

$12.99 $9.74 Save 25%

Spooky stories and behind-the-scene incidents from the award-winning PBS documentary "The Haunting of Louisiana

Welcome to spooky Louisiana!

Stay alert! Ghosts lurk around every corner. Even the most unexpected places might be haunted by wandering phantoms.

Did you know that ghost pirates haunt Louisiana's bayous in search of buried treasure? Or that at the Old State Capitol in Baton Rouge, you might find a trail of ghostly footprints? Can you believe that in New Orleans, ghosts and spirits come alive in the famously haunted Cities of the Dead?

Pulled right from history, these ghostly tales will change the way you see Louisiana forever, and have you sleeping with the lights on!

Adapted from Haunted Louisiana by Barbara Sillery

ABCs of New Orleans

9781455626809

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Learn your alphabet the New Orleans way! From Audubon Aquarium to Zatarain's, this book features whimsical illustrations of NOLA favorites for all the ABCs. This children's book also serves as a collectible art book for all New Orleans fans.

F Is for French Quarter

9781455626717

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Scott Campbell and his daughter Tallulah gather together words that bring to life each letter of the alphabet in unique Louisiana style in their second picture book collaboration. From A to Z they capture the sights of the city in New Orleans’ historic French Quarter. The Audubon Aquarium of the Americas, brass bands, the Cabildo, and wrought iron are all featured in this fun-filled jaunt for pre-readers. The delightful images from artist Nichole Dupre make this a picture-perfect choice for locals and visitors alike.

One Dat, Two Dat, Are You a Who Dat?

9781455627196

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Fan is a lovable character who has always wanted to be a true member of the Who Dat Nation--supporters of the New Orleans Saints NFL team. On his journey all across that nation, dedicated Saints fans ask whether or not he is worthy to become a Who Dat. This book is a must for any true Saints fan.

Alycat and the Sleepover Saturday

9781455627233

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Alycat is planning a sleepover with her friends when Luna calls. Alycat has trouble hearing her friend over the crackling phone line, but it sounds as though she can’t come to the sleepover and that she has a very big secret to share. When the rest of the kittens arrive, they gather to play games and tell spooky stories. What if Luna’s news is as terrifying as the stories of alien dogs and giant mice the kittens tell around the campfire? The themes of the books in the Alycat Series all reflect a reliance on friendships, imagination, and creativity towards problem solving. In this adventure, the characters of Alycat and her friends show young readers that things aren’t always as scary as they may seem. A sleepover checklist is included! Look for the rest of the books in the award-winning Alycat Series! Alycat and the Monday Blues Alycat and the Tournament Tuesday Alycat and the Cattywampus Wednesday Alycat and the Thursday Dessert Day Alycat and the Friendship Friday