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Richeleaux, the raccoon, wants nothing more than to play his fiddle for a real audience, so he decides to have a jamboree. And what's a party without food? While he busily prepares a delicious meal, Antoine, the alligator, hurries off to invite their friends. Soon, everyone in the Atchafalaya Swamp is excited for a fun-filled fais-do-do. When an unexpected rainstorm threatens to ruin the party before it even starts, Richelieu's friends step in and save the day. Set in the steamy bayous of the deep American south, this charming fairy tale full of friendship and hospitality will warm your heart and get your taste buds dancing. It includes recipes for Lip Smackin' Jambalaya, Red Beans & Rice, and Sweet Praline Candy so you can plan a fais-do-do of your very own!

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"The First Jambalaya is a delightful story about friendship, sharing, hospitality, creativity, and cooperation. It also promotes diversity by including a variety of creatures who understand that they don't all need to be the same to work toward a common objective. Although the names of the animals and some terms may be unfamiliar, the language is uncomplicated and simple. Its pictures and double-page spreads are quite enjoyable as artists Patricia and Robin Dewitt-Grush charmingly illustrate the fascinating details of the swampy bayous of the deep south and adeptly portray the four-legged dwellers in a realistic, yet amusing and whimsical way. The book includes a pronunciation guide and some recipes of delicious dishes meant to be shared in a celebration of friendship similar to what Richeleaux and Antoine had with their bevy of swamp friends."" -Carmen Tenorio for Readers' Favorite"

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