Mardi Gras At Home!
"Laissez les Bon Temps Rouler"
Let the Good Times Roll is a saying that we celebrate most in the South every Spring. Bring on the Mardi Gras Parades, Food, Music, & Bright colors!! This is one of the times I really miss home, because we always miss out on Mardi Gras (Fat Tuesday) celebrations. I've learned to bring the holiday into our home wherever we are stationed! Last year, I even discovered authentic King Cake mix sold on Amazon! (winning) Want to bring the party home? Read on for recipes, music & more!
What is Mardi Gras? Check out the full description & history here:
History of Mardi Gras
Mardi Gras New Orleans
(If you're near New Orleans, this also has the parade schedule or current plans!)
History of Mardi Gras
Mardi Gras New Orleans
(If you're near New Orleans, this also has the parade schedule or current plans!)
So how to we incorporate this fun Holiday into our Homeschool? We usually just hang beads around with Mardi Gras colors and make a King Cake. However this year, I searched for some fun books & other things to add to our Morning Basket/Study Time. You can mix this into a full Unit Study if you wish!
Fun Mardi Gras Menu:
- Beignets (Paula Deens' Recipe)
- Shrimp Po'Boys
- Jambalaya or Red Beans & Rice served with Cornbread
- Make Your Own King Cake or Order a mix from Here!
Mardi Gras Books
Mardi Gras Music
Activities
I hope this post will help you find some really cool ideas for celebrating one of our Favorite holidays! I tried to include some free ideas & resources for you and there are a few Amazon affiliate links (no extra charge to you) for convenience! Please let me know if you have questions or have some great ideas we can add to this!