louisiana

In 1953, Leah Hopper dreams of leaving the poverty and segregation of her home in Sulphur, Louisiana, and when Aunt Olivia sends train tickets to Los Angeles as part of her tenth birthday present, Leah gets a first taste of freedom.

Photographs and simple text introduce young readers to the history, geography, economy, and people of Louisiana.

Introduces a Louisiana Cajun family and their celebration of Mardi Gras including the music, the food, and the costumes.

The story of two young African American men, one condemned to death for a murder and the other a teacher, who form a bond in a small Cajun Louisiana community in the late 1940s.

When newly-turned teen vampire Mina Hamilton, now Smith, moves with her family far from their California home, her best friend Serena, and her vampire boyfriend George, life is not at all what she expects.

A color-illustrated look at the history, landscape, government, agriculture and industries, culture, and notable sites of Louisiana, also providing quick facts, the state's official symbols, lyrics to its song, details on its famous people, and a recipe for jambalaya.

Forced to spend his summer vacation with relatives in Louisiana, twelve-year-old Mitch Valentine finds himself a candidate for the Cottonmouth Club when he and a group of local boys become involved in secretive outdoor activities.

Travis Cody prepares for the final game of his high school football career, a rematch with his school's chief rival.

Discusses the history, economy, culture, and future of Louisiana. Also includes a state chronology andperitent statistics.

Mimi visits her cousin Jean-Paul during the celebration of Cajun Mardi Gras in Louisiana.