Deborah Ousley Kadair
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From the alligators that live in the Louisiana lowlands and the blooming magnolia flower, to the fleur-de-lis that appears on that state flag, Deborah Ousley Kadair celebrates Louisiana state symbols in this colorful picture book. She uses the blue sky as a backdrop to recreate symbols in the shape of clouds and then invites children to guess the symbol by offering clues, in the traditional I Spy game format.
This guessing game features thorough...
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"There was an ol' Cajun who swallowed a gnat. Imagine that, he swallowed a gnat. Why he did dat?" In this retelling of the classic nursery rhyme, There Was an Old Woman Who Swallowed a Fly, the gnat is soon joined by a mosquito, a raccoon, a hound, and other swamp creatures. But when the old Cajun tries to swallow an alligator, he gets a big surprise. This book's imaginative, collage-style illustrations will enchant and inspire young readers. Mrs....
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From the state flower to the state flying mammal, author and illustrator Deborah Ousley Kadair celebrates her love of the Lone Star State in this colorful tribute to Texas's most famous state symbols. With clever rhymes and her trademark collage illustrations, this what-am-I guessing game teaches young children about seven important state symbols and instills in them Kadair's passion about Texas heritage.
Kadair re-creates the vast Texan sky on...
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"Johnette Downing has done it again! This is a perfect book to read to (and sing with!) children, whether they are in your house or at school.'" --Nancy Silber, elementary music teacher, the Dalton School
"A delightful evocation of some of New York State's most beloved foods. Guaranteed to make your stomach rumble as you read along." --Louis Alvarez, independent filmmaker, the Center for New American Media
On Monday, it's apples, and Tuesday is...
5) Chef Creole
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"An illustrated songbook is always welcome for storytimes, especially one with easy collages to copy for potential flannel-board use."
-School Library Journal
"Kids will love Kadair's bold, collage-style illustrations, and a handy glossary will help them learn about the best of Louisiana fare."
-NOLA Baby magazine
Award-winning singer and songwriter Johnette Downing teams up with illustrator Deborah Ousley Kadair for another perfect storybook,...