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    LOUISIANA BOOK LIST

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    Petite Rouge

    Petite Rouge

    Set in the State - When her grand-mère comes down wit' de flu, this Cajun Little Red knows what she has to do.

    The Story of Ruby Bridges

    The Story of Ruby Bridges

    Set in the State - The year is 1960, and six-year-old Ruby Bridges and her family have recently moved from Mississippi to New Orleans in search of a better life.

    Two Bobbies

    Two Bobbies

    Set in the State - During Hurricane Katrina, evacuating New Orleans residents were forced to leave their pets behind. Bobbi the dog was initially chained to keep her safe, but after her owners failed to return, she had to break free.

    A Nest for Celeste

    A Nest for Celeste

    Set in the State - Celeste is a mouse who is looking for a home. Is it nestled in the toe of a warm boot? In the shirt pocket of Celeste’s new friend Joseph? Or is home the place deep inside Celeste’s heart, where friendships live?

    P is for Pelican

    P is for Pelican

    State History - Mentions evolution - P is for Pelican: A Louisiana Alphabet is an alphabet book that introduces readers young and old to the culture, history, and wonders of this Gulf state.

    Lapin Plays Possum

    Lapin Plays Possum

    Set in the State - The Louisiana version of Brer Rabbit, Compere Lapin, is a mischief maker determined to get the best of Compere Bouki

    A Storm Called Katrina

    A Storm Called Katrina

    Set in the State - Louis Daniel hates it when Mama treats him like a baby. But when Hurricane Katrina blows through the Gulf Coast, Louis feels like a little kid again.

    Boudreaux the Louisiana Mosquiteaux

    Boudreaux the Louisiana Mosquiteaux

    Set in the State - Swept away by a hurricane shortly after his birth, Boudreaux the mosquito has one biting question that needs to be answered: what are mosquitos supposed to eat?

    Louisiana "Seasons"

    Louisiana "Seasons"

    Set in the State - We all know Louisiana doesn't follow the rules of typical seasons, BUT the humidity and heat don't stop us from having fun!

    I Surved Hurrican Katrina

    I Surved Hurrican Katrina

    Set in the State - Chapter Book for Ages 8+ - Barry's family tries to evacuate before Hurricane Katrina hits their home in New Orleans. But when Barry's little sister gets terribly sick, they're forced to stay home and wait out the storm.

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