What is Mardi Gras? - by KeriAnne Jeline...

Have you ever received a letter from a butterfly? This book may be your first! White Peacock thinks of herself as a pretty little floating flower. She has written this letter to share about her life. She explains where she lives, what she eats, and how she changed from an egg to ... Show More

Have you ever wondered what happens when you go to the doctor for a check-up? Does the thought of going for a doctor’s visit make you and your child feel nervous? If so, then this is the perfect book for you! Follow Zoe to her 5-year-old check-up and learn about all the fun thing ... Show More

Three dogs, an open gate, and a daring choice!Get ready for a tail-wagging adventure with Oslo, Maya, and Chapo. These three playful doggies are on a mission to find the dog park, but their journey through the neighborhood is full of surprises.Will they make it back home in time ... Show More

Mardi Gras has been a legal holiday in New Orleans since 1875, and the annual Fat Tuesday celebration has become a legendary part of the city's culture. But which Mardi Gras celebration was the best? Listen in as Deblina and Sarah explore Mardi Gras. Learn more about your ad-choi ... Show More

Qu'est-ce que Mardi gras ? Merci d'avoir posé la question ! En 2021, Mardi Gras tombe le 16 février. Évidemment, chaque année, on le célèbre un mardi, mais la date change. C’est une fête chrétienne, célébrée tous les ans entre le 3 février et le 9 mars. Mardi gras date de l’époqu ... Show More

From the epic parade to the krewes and flambeaux, Mardi Gras is a celebration chock-full of tradition -- and these traditions include some pretty amazing desserts. In today's episode, Ben, Noel and Max dive into the most ridiculous Mardi Gras desserts (spoiler: it goes way past k ... Show More

Written by: Laura Paquette The sun is beating down. I’m in the middle of the Souk Semmarine, a maze-like market in the city of Marrakech, Morocco. I feel a tap on my shoulder, but there’s nothing behind me except a rolled up carpet. 

The darkest nights of the year have long been the time for celebrations, from Yule and Mother Night, to Christmas and New Year's Eve. But where did these traditions come from? Who started kissing under the mistletoe? Why are trees decorated and brought into homes around this time ... Show More

Margaret is a girl who always does as she is asked. It’s her birthday, and she is turning eight. Margaret is very excited because this is the day she gets to go to her friend Mary’s house all by herself. After breakfast, she starts on her way to Mary’s, but something magical happ ... Show More

In this episode we meet Ruby Bridges, who, as a very young child desegregated a public elementary school in New Orleans, Louisiana. That means she was the first Black student ever to go to that school. Ruby’s bravery in the face of immense bigotry helped further the cause of equa ... Show More

Anthony Bourdain goes off the beaten path and takes part in the less familiar Mardi Gras traditions of Louisiana's Cajun culture. He indulges in a crawfish boil, listens to Zydeco music and learns about the region’s history stemming from the French Middle Ages. Original Airdate: ... Show More