ALLIGATOR BAYOU CRAWFISH The NOLA Kid’s Alphabet

A is for Alligator, an amazing sight.

B is for the Bayou, where those gators like to bite.

C is for Crawfish, all steamy and covered in spice.

And D is for Doberge cake, but only a small slice!

E is for the Egret in the sky, flying about.

F is for the Flambeau carrier, illuminating the parade route.

G is for the Gumbo Mama’s cooking in her pot.

H is for just a hint of Hot Sauce. Be careful! Not a lot!

I is for the Mardi Gras Indians in their pretty suits, parading in the street.

J is for Jazzy Music that makes you move your feet!

K is for the King Cake Baby in the dough, hidden away.

L is for Louisiana, the 18th state in the USA.

M is for the Magnolia flowers blooming in the spring.

N is for the Nutria and his orange teeth – he chews on everything!

O is for Oysters raw or broiled, however you like them best.

And P is for a Po’ boy – make sure you order it dressed!

Q is for the Quarter, New Orleans’ oldest neighborhood.

R is for Red Beans and Rice on a Monday night. Mmm, that sounds good!

S is for Sno-ball, deliciously cold and sweet.

T is for a shiny Trumpet, playing a funky beat.

U is for an Uptown ride where the streetcar track begins.

And V is for a Voodoo Doll, poked all over with pins.

W is for the West Bank, across the bridge where the river flows.

X marks storm-damaged houses searched by brave heroes.

Y is for Y’all, a group of people (including you!)

And Z is for Mardi Gras morning when we say “Hail, Zulu!”