mardi gras

"Colorful floats, shiny beads, and delicious king cakes herald the arrival of Mardi Gras. Young readers discover the origins of Mardi Gras and learn about the food and activities associated with this famous festival"--Adapted from publisher description.

Marie-Grace Gardner, having arrived in New Orleans and met the talented opera singer Mademoiselle Oc?ana, wishes to take voice lessons and become friends with C?cile Rey, a student of Mademoiselle, and hopes an unexpected adventure will help her feel at home in the city.

C?cile Rey looks forward to having a one-of-a-kind costume at Mardi Gras and her brother's return from France, while forming a friendship and having a daring adventure with Marie-Grace Gardner.

Gaston the alligator goes to New Orleans to celebrate Mardi Gras and joins in the "courir du Mardi Gras", watches floats being made, participates in the Zulu parade, and sees other typical sights.

While preparing for her ride in one of the super Mardi Gras parades, Jenny Giraffe discovers the tradition of float riders, masks, and costumes.

Nancy Drew's evening of fun and dancing at a masked Mardi Gras ball at an old mansion is interrupted by a series of strange events that have everyone thinking the house is haunted, but when an antique tiara is stolen, the girl detective sets out to prove the culprit is a guest, not a ghost.

Describes the origins, symbols, and celebration of Mardi Gras, the pre-Lenten festivities held each year in New Orleans, Louisiana.

Provides information on the pre-Lenten festival of Mardi Gras, focusing on how it is celebrated in New Orleans.

Two children participating in the traditional Mardi Gras celebration see such sights as the Zulu and Rex parades, enjoying the songs, bright costumes, and gigantic floats.

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