Local Books

Hercules faces his biggest challenge yet―the Louisiana swamps!

Whimsical artist Paul Schexnayder takes us on a delightful road trip through Louisiana with two festive gators. I can’t think of a better way to teach Louisiana geography, not to mention our unique culture.

Geaux Tigers! This story features a fun animal finger puppet toy built into the board book, encouraging interactive play, hand-eye coordination, and language development in your little one.

The colorful and lively illustrations will make young readers yearn for this special delicacy.

From its festive Mardi Gras parades to its wildlife-filled swamps, Louisiana is a state of great diversity. P is for Pelican: is an alphabet book that introduces readers young and old to the culture, history, and wonders of this Gulf state.

A great book to introduce Cajun French to your little one!

Follow a curious Cajun kid as she magically and mysteriously transforms into a series of wetlands creatures

A fun Louisiana themed board book

First recorded in 1967 by Louis Armstrong, and with sales of over one million copies, "What a Wonderful World" has become a poignant message of hope for people everywhere. Sweet and positive in its message, with bright, beautiful art, this book is sure to

Louisiana adaptation of The Little Engine That Could.

If you love red beans, po boys and the like, then you'll love this local classic!

You and your little one will love this local twist on an old classic.

Join Pinky the penguin as she teaches children about manners in this charming and educational story.

Alligator Slim is tired of singing sad songs and playing the blues down in the swamp. From now on, he’s going to play jazz!

Down in a southern swamp, a family of crawfish face a big problem. Their three sons have grown too large and their nice, cozy den is now uncomfortably crowded.

Surrounded by the waters of the Mississippi, the blooming magnolias, and the buzzing mosquitoes, a solitary raccoon made his home in a cypress trunk.

Young readers will follow along as Sassy travels the state of Louisiana, enjoying music in New Orleans, picking strawberries in Ponchatoula, and touring the swamps.

Bright, cheerful art perfectly complements this sweet story and captures the innocent joy of a child’s first Mardi Gras.

MaLou and Rodney love the decorated tree in town and can’t wait to do a fancy tree in their own home.

Deep in the bayou where critters reside lived a lovable little crawfish they all knew as Clyde.

Learn the history of Louisiana with this book by award-winning musician Johnette Downing.

This picture book for young readers, peppered with Cajun words, celebrates the Cajun culture and the importance of generational bonds.

The curious Cajun kid is back again for another adventure, this time to explore our Gulf Coast ecosystem!

From the duo who created When I Was an Alligator comes this latest adventure of a curious Cajun kid. Follow along as she mysteriously transforms

Mixing king cake and ABCs is a recipe for every youngster's enjoyment.