Mardi Gras! Many children know of Mardi Gras, but do they know about Mardi Gras? It is not just watching parades and wearing costumes, but knowing the history, traditions, and folklore that make up this unique holiday.

A Mardi Gras Dictionary is a must for children and adults who want to discover and learn about the magic around the breathtaking pageantry known as Mardi Gras. It's all here from A to Z. This carnival compendium presents fifty-three Mardi Gras words in alphabetical order. Each word is respelled for pronunciation and a pronunciation guide is provided. The lively, full-color illustrations by Patrick Soper complement the text.

A Mardi Gras Dictionary was specifically created and designed for children to become better informed about Mardi Gras. However, the interest level is for readers of all ages.

About the Author

Beverly Barras Vidrine is a member of the Writers’ Guild of Acadiana and the Society of Children’s Book Writers and Illustrators. She is also the author of St. Patrick’s Day Alphabet and A Christmas Dictionary, both published by Pelican. Mrs. Vidrine lives in Lafayette, Louisiana.

About the Illustrator

The work of Patrick Soper, a member of the Society of Illustrators, has appeared in national publications such as Outdoor Life, Organic Gardening, and West Coast Book Review. Mr. Soper is also the illustrator of A Mardi Gras Dictionary and A Christmas Dictionary, both by Beverly Vidrine, and of Night Thief, Mardi Gras in the Country, and Cajun Folktales, all published by Pelican.

MARDI GRAS DICTIONARY
By Beverly Barras Vidrine
Illustrated by Patrick Soper
32 pp. 8½ x 11
30 Color illustrations
ISBN: 1-56554-332-7
EAN: 978-1-56554-332-4 hc