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Description
New Orleans, written by G.S. Prentzas, is a middle-grades nonfiction book that provides an overview of the largest city in Louisiana, covering its history, culture, daily life, food, people, sports, and points of interest. The text examines the city's founding, its role in the development of jazz, its famous cuisine and festivals such as Mardi Gras, and key neighborhoods and landmarks. With a reading level of 8.1, the book is designed for students in grades four through eight and presents factual information through photographs, timelines, and sidebars.
Quick Summary
Dive into the Big Easy and discover a city where every street corner bursts with jazz, every plate piles high with gumbo and beignets, and centuries of story come alive. Kids will love exploring the French Quarter's spooky vampire legends, cheering on the Saints, tasting their way through poboys and pralines, and learning why New Orleans celebrates in ways no other American city can match. If your kid loves diving into "National Geographic" style explorations of unique American places and cultures, they'll devour this vibrant tour of one of the most fascinating cities in the country. Perfect for curious readers in grades four through seven who are ready for an AR 8.1 level adventure.