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While traditions vary by nationality and culture, the Mardi Gras celebrations best known in the United States are the ones that originated from the French colonial and Caribbean communities in the area in and around modern-day New Orleans, Louisiana. To join in the festivities, we’ve gathered five picture books about Mardi Gras. Mardi Gras Almost Didn’t Come This Year (Kathy Price) 24. Mardi Gras and Carnival (Molly Aloian) If you’re seeking Mardi Gras children’s books online, this one is a good fit. Epic hosts a digital version of this entertaining Mardi Gras book for kids. 25. The Mardi Gras Boat Parade (Perry Guy) 26. Mardi Gras For Children (Lula Thibodaux) 27. The Mardi Gras experience in a story. Mimi’s First Mardi Gras – from beignets on Mardi Gras morning to costumes and parades, experience Mardi Gras Day with Mimi and her parents. Jenny Giraffe’s Mardi Gras Ride – Jenny the giraffe experiences her first Mardi Gras and prepares to ride on a float; luckily she has friends to help her get ready. How to Incorporate Mardi Gras Books into Lessons or Celebrations. Storytime and Crafts: Pair these books with fun Mardi Gras crafts, such as making masks or creating bead necklaces, to bring the stories to life. Music and Movement: Introduce children to jazz music and let them march in their own mini-parade after reading books about Mardi Gras ABC of Mardi Gras Book for Kids Toddlers and Preschoolers with Facts about Holiday: Happy Mardi Gras | Alphabets Coloring Book with Writing Activities by Meggie S.Venice 5.0 out of 5 stars In the spirit of this tradition, Haydel’s Bakery has created a rendering of the old time bead dog, jazzed up for the 21st century. This story is so much fun and the illustrations are very bright and beautiful. This is my son’s favorite Mardi Gras book! For more Mardi Gras fun, check out these 20 Mardi Gras Activities for Kids! More Mardi Gras Picture Books : When Carnival rolls around in New Orleans, everyone gets into the celebration—including the beads! On Fat Tuesday, a plain string of little purple beads hangs from a hook on a parade float. His fervent wish is to be caught by someone special. Randolph is back, and this time it's to save Mardi Gras! Fat Tuesday Mardi Gras Book for Kids: Stories of Celebration, Masquerade Masks, Spirit of Justice carnival , Faith, and Power Stories. by sara JOE Seuigz | Jan 28, 2025. Every young reader will delight in Mardi Gras in New Orleans by local author, Madison Webb. This treasurable, collectable and coveted of New Orleans' famed Mardi Gras celebrations comes alive through this vibrant family-friendly picture book that highlights the culture, diversity, frivolity, and spirit of one of America's most beloved cities. Mardi Gras, French for “Fat Tuesday,” is the day before Ash Wednesday. Lent is a time of sacrifice and giving up things you love, so Louisianians would party hard up through Fat Tuesday. In Louisiana, kids even had the day off of school for Mardi Gras! This year, Mardi Gras falls on March 4, 2014 but festivities start in January. Great book for children for an overview about Mardi Gras. Great pictures with the bright Mardi Gras colors. For those who don't know about Mardi Gras, this is a good book to tell the story about what Mardi Gras is all about, even down to the beignets, (doughnuts) that are part of the Louisiana culture. Madison Webb is the author of Mardi Gras in New Orleans, a children’s picture book that brings to life the spirit and vibrancy of New Orleans’ famed Carnival season.. She studied Journalism at the University of Florida and was a contributing writer for The Independent Florida Alligator, The Coronado Eagle & Journal, and Cleveland.co She practices employment law and is an adjunct professor of law at Tulane Law School. Alexandra has always had a love of literature and dreamed of writing children’s picture books. Rise and Shine, It’s Mardi Gras Time! is her debut picture book. Chiara Civati is a freelance children’s illustrator based in Lake Como, Italy. We Mean To Cause A Scene !! Every young reader will delight in Mardi Gras in New Orleans by local author, Madison Webb. This treasurable, collectable and coveted of New Orleans’ famed Mardi Gras celebrations comes alive through this vibrant family-friendly picture book that highlights the culture, diversity, frivolity, and spirit of one of America’s most beloved cities. 18 books based on 3 votes: Dead Velvet Cheesecake by A. Gardner, Carnival in Louisiana: Celebrating Mardi Gras from the French Quarter to the Red River b Every young reader will delight in Mardi Gras in New Orleans. This treasurable, collectable and coveted of New Orleans' famed Mardi Gras celebrations comes alive through this vibrant family-friendly picture book that highlights the culture, diversity frivolity, and spirit of one of America's most beloved cities. Whether you're looking for Mardi Gras books for toddlers or a family-friendly Mardi Gras celebration book to enjoy together, The Mardi Gras Mystery is a must-have for every child's bookshelf. Packed with Mardi Gras picture books with colorful illustrations, this Mardi Gras activity book for kids is not only fun but also educational. Every young reader will delight in Mardi Gras in New Orleans by local author, Madison Webb. This treasurable, collectable and coveted of New Orleans' famed Mardi Gras celebrations comes alive through this vibrant family-friendly picture book that highlights the culture, diversity, frivolity, and spirit of one of America's most beloved cities. Get the hardcover book that showcases a unique Mardi Gras experience with “Porches on Parade: How House Floats Saved Mardi Gras.” When we needed it most, our community came together to show the world the Mardi Gras spirit. This limited-edition book features compelling stories and colorful photos from The Advocate. With Mardi Gras fast approaching, now’s a good time to share the joy of the celebration. These Mardi Gras picture books for kids are a great way to start. I especially love picture books for this holiday because it is such a visual one. So let’s take a look at the books your kids may enjoy to learn more about Mardi Gras.
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