I Spy in the Louisiana Sky

From the alligators that live in the Louisiana lowlands and the blooming magnolia flower, to the fleur-de-lis that appears on that state flag, Deborah Ousley Kadair celebrates Louisiana state symbols in this colorful picture book. She uses the blue sky as a backdrop to recreate symbols in the shape of clouds and then invites children to guess the symbol by offering clues, in the traditional I Spy game format.

This guessing game features thorough facts about seven state symbols, including the brown pelican, which lends the state its nickname-the Pelican State. The repetition and rhyme make this a fun way for children to learn about Louisiana culture.