Cajun Alphabet Colorized

by James Rice

Book Overview

Gaston 1/2 the green-nosed alligator, the mischievous hero of Pelican's famous Cajun Night Before Christmas 1/2, leads young readers through the alphabet as he attempts to gain entrance to college. In the process, he gives them a clever and practical lesson in Cajun French.

Using a combination of poetry and delightful art, author and illustrator James Rice follows Gaston's educational experience from "A is amour, an expression of love,...

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0882898221
• ISBN13: 9780882898223
• Release Date: February 1991
• Publisher: Pelican Publishing Company
• Length: 64 Pages
• Weight: 1.05 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.4" x 8.8" x 11.3"
• Age Range: 5 to 8 years
• Grade Range: Preschool to Grade 3

Customer Reviews

Fabulous!

Having been raised in Southern Louisiana, and having to raise my own child in Oklahoma, I love reading this book to my 2 year old son. It brings back memories of home, of my grandparents sitting around the kitchen table, sipping chickory coffee and trading gossip in the old language. Wonderful peek into the old language of Louisiana, which is quickly being lost.

Interesting

A fascinating and easy introduction to the patois of L'arcady French of Louisiana. It is interesting, informative of some culture - and should be read out loud for full enjoyment!