Pelican Publishing

Plant a prize-winning seed and help it grow! Join Gavin as he attempts to win first place at the local fair by growing the largest gourd in the world! Children will learn how to plant, fertilize, and pollinate a seed just as Gavin does. With the help of his friends and neighbors, Gavin becomes an expert on pumpkins. Through advice and hands-on experience, he learns how to care for his garden. Full of helpful facts and easy tips, this is an educational and amusing story that emphasizes the skill involved in gardening. A perfect companion for the classroom, this book teaches children about the science of cultivation, the commitment required to care for a living plant, and how to make homemade pumpkin pie.

Georg� Porg� ate crab cakes,
saw one move, cried, Heaven's sakes!
When he found out the crab still lived,
His plate, he dropped-his face, he hid.

Merriment and madness reign as king and queen of Carnival in this playful romp around the Crescent City. Mother Goose takes on Metairie, Mid City, the Mississippi, and more in these delightful twists on classic poems. Rhyme down on the bayou with the Mischievous Nutria and three shrimp in a tub. Cheerful illustrations fill this sweet and silly collection, perfect for Who Dats of all ages.

When Alfons the alligator steals somebody's hat, then it's time for a game of Alligator-Keep-Away.

Where in the world can children hear jazz, gospel, and blues and eat shrimp po� boys and strawberry snowballs? Jazz Fest in New Orleans!

Witty, funny, hearty, an original picture book about uniqueness, acceptance, and love, depicted through the most unusual pet a family can get. Beware: a huge demand from children wanting their own we-don’t-know is likely to happen.” —Evelyne Holingue, author of the middle-grade historical novel Chronicles from Château Moines  “A tea-drinking we-don’t-know is about to steal your heart! Rex the . . . We-Don’t-Know is a traditional tale of a family pet as well as a story of welcoming differences. A fun, and important, book on acceptance.” —Shutta Crum, author of Thunder-Boomer!    Adopting a pet from the pound is always an adventure and sometimes it can be out of this world!  From his unusual color—a lovely shade of rainbow—to his sparkly horn, Rex is just a little bit different. No one really knows what he is or how to take care of him. Max and Raven know they really like him, but their parents are just not convinced!              What will it take for Rex to be the perfect pet? Find out in this colorful tale from talented author Heather Macht and illustrator Chase Jensen!  “Filled with fantastic fun facts and interesting science tidbits, Macht does a masterful job of weaving STEM into her whimsical picture book. A great addition to any young reader’s classroom.” —Jennifer Swanson, award-winning author of Brain Games

Cornell P. Landry loves writing about Louisiana! The author of the widely popular Goodnight NOLA has written an authentic tribute to St. Bernard Parish that highlights the familiar aspects and attributes of this unique segment of the Louisiana landscape. Written in the vernacular, this clever rhyming ode is an entertaining read-aloud experience for all ages.  Illustrated in child-like swaths of color by St. Bernard Parish native Victoria Wisinski, this bedtime story takes readers from the map of “da Parish” to Rocky & Carlo’s, Delacroix, and even “da places dat’s no longer dere” including Bubba John’s, Village Square, Penny Lanes, and St. Mark’s Fair. Much as the original that inspired the format, Landry and Wisinski give a loving nod to the sights and sounds as they say “Goodnight to da Parish.”

On Monday, there are red beans to eat, and on Tuesday, po'boys and on it goes throughout the week, each day bringing a unique and tasty Louisiana dish to the table. Based on a song by New Orleans singer/songwriter Johnette Downing, Today Is Monday in Louisiana offers the best of Cajun, Creole, African, and French foods.