{"product_id":"the-little-purple-mardi-gras-bead-paperback","title":"The Little Purple Mardi Gras Bead - Paperback","description":"\u003cp\u003eby \u003cb\u003eJulie Rowley\u003c\/b\u003e (Author), \u003cb\u003eJohn Paquette\u003c\/b\u003e (Illustrator)\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eThrow me out there, mister \u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eWhen 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. The bigger and fancier beads tell him that no one will ever catch him. But a little hope and determination may go a long way in the magical season of Mardi Gras  When the bead spots a little princess in the crowd, he knows she is the person for him  Will she try to catch him? The heartwarming tale offers opportunities for a discussion of bullying, self-worth, and inclusion with young readers. The delightful story and illustrations from this daughter\/father team will charm the entire family and become a parade route favorite \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eRaised in New Orleans, Julie P. Rowley holds a master's of education in early childhood curriculum and instruction from the University of New Orleans. Her stories were inspired by her daughter's imagination.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eA graduate of Loyola University New Orleans, John R. Paquette is a retired editor. He is also a professional vocalist and a talented portrait artist and illustrator. He enjoyed collaborating with his daughter.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eBack Jacket\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWhen Carnival rolls around in New Orleans, everyone joins the celebration--including the beads! As the beautiful floats are readied for the parade, the big and fancy beads tell the little purple Mardi Gras bead that he's much too plain to ever be treasured. Will hope and determination make his dreams--and those of one very special little girl--come true? Ride along and find out!\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eWith delightful illustrations by John R. Paquette, \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe Little Purple Mardi Gras Bead\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e from author Julie P. Rowley delivers all the magic and heart that make Mardi Gras an experience like no other.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eInspired by her daughter, author Julie P. Rowley creates tales that bring New Orleans' traditions to life. Rowley was raised in New Orleans and holds a bachelor of fine arts from Louisiana State University and a master of education in early childhood curriculum and instruction from the University of New Orleans. She teaches and lives in Chalmette, Louisiana.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eRetired editor and graphic artist John R. Paquette is the father of the author. He was born and raised in New Orleans and is a graduate of Loyola University. In addition to illustrating this project with his daughter, Paquette is a portrait artist and professional vocalist. He makes his home in Mandeville, Louisiana.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNumber of Pages:\u003c\/strong\u003e 32\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e 0.2 x 7.8 x 7.9 IN\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIllustrated:\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePublication Date:\u003c\/strong\u003e December 28, 2016\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Books by splitShops","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51772211003680,"sku":"9781455623440","price":10.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0974\/9764\/5344\/files\/f9ff3f304aec1d1613223f5247faf545.webp?v=1780401332","url":"https:\/\/ebocreations.com\/products\/the-little-purple-mardi-gras-bead-paperback","provider":"The E-Book Oasis LLC","version":"1.0","type":"link"}