“Acclaimed children’s musician Downing adapts and illustrates the traditional folk song ‘My Aunt Came Back,’ giving it her signature Louisiana twist.”
––Kirkus Reviews
This rhyming picture book offers children a tour of the Louisiana traditions of many beautiful towns and cities of the state. Based on a traditional song adapted by the award-winning Louisiana singer/songwriter Johnette Downing, the book invites children to learn the various cultural nuances of each area.
Along with the whimsical song lyrics, interesting facts about Louisiana are included on the word map. Children will learn that the town of Albany was settled by Hungarians and is known for its large, sweet strawberries, and the small Florida parish town of Franklinton is famous for its delicious watermelons. In Ruston, a town in northern Louisiana, peaches are the special fare, and in Thibodaux, it is the filé gumbo. Many more interesting facts are presented in a unique, enjoyable fashion.
About the Author/Illustrator
Johnette Downing is an internationally recognized singer/songwriter who performs original children’s music inspired by her Louisiana heritage. When not touring the globe performing her “music for children with Louisiana spice,” she resides in New Orleans. She is also the author of Today Is Monday in Louisiana and Down in Louisiana, both published by Pelican.
MY AUNT CAME BACK FROM LOUISIANE
Traditional Song Adapted and Illustrated by Johnette Downing
32 pp. 11 x 8½
31 color photos Sheet music Glossary
ISBN: 1-58980-607-7
EAN: 978-1-58980-607-8
