Helga was a witch who lived in a small village on the outskirts of a dark and mystical forest. She was known for her eccentricity and the potent potions she concocted in her quaint hut. Helga had long, unkempt hair and wore a tattered black cloak, which added to her mysterious aura. The villagers were both intrigued and fearful of Helga. They believed she had extraordinary powers and could cast spells on anyone who crossed her path. Despite their apprehension, they couldn't help but be drawn to her peculiar existence.

Discussion Questions: Bayou Magic

Bayou Magic by Jewell Parker Rhodes, a Coretta Scott King honor author, is this year’s middle-grade selection. In a magical coming-of-age story, Rhodes creates a world rich with Southern folklore, friendship, family, fireflies and mermaids, plus an environmental twist.

About the author

Jewell Parker Rhodes is the author of Ghost Boys, Towers Falling, and the Louisiana Girls Trilogy: Ninth Ward, Sugar, and Bayou Magic. Her middle-grade books have won the Coretta Scott King Honor, the Jane Addams Children’s Book Award, and more. She is also the Virginia G. Piper Endowed Chair in Creative Writing at Arizona State University, and has written many award-winning books for adults.

Discussion questions

1. Grandmère tells Maddy “Do good and it’ll fly right back to you.” What does this phrase mean? How is it seen in the community of Bon Temps? How do you see it in your community?
2. When Grandmère asks Maddy who she wants to be, Maddy replies: a hero. Does she become a hero or does she allow the mermaids to become heroes?
3. Grandmère says that one can only become a hero when something bad happens. Do you agree or disagree with that statement? What are ways you could become a hero for the environment in your community?
4. Who is Mami Wata? What is her place in Maddy’s family history?
5. The book's author, Jewell Parker Rhodes, gives three reasons for the disappearance of the wetlands. What are they?
6. If the building of levees plays a part in erosion of the wetlands, how can the mermaids’ construction of levees help the situation?

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Despite their apprehension, they couldn't help but be drawn to her peculiar existence. One day, a young girl named Emily ventured into the forest and stumbled upon Helga's hut. Intrigued by the rumors and the allure of magic, she decided to summon the courage to approach the witch.

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A magical coming-of-age story from Coretta Scott King honor author Jewell Parker Rhodes, rich with Southern folklore, friendship, family, fireflies and mermaids, plus an environmental twist.

It's city-girl Maddy's first summer in the bayou, and she just falls in love with her new surroundings - the glimmering fireflies, the glorious landscape, and something else, deep within the water, that only she can see. Could it be a mermaid? As her grandmother shares wisdom about sayings and signs, Maddy realizes she may be the only sibling to carry on her family's magical legacy. And when a disastrous oil leak threatens the bayou, she knows she may also be the only one who can help. Does she have what it takes to be a hero? Jewell Parker Rhodes weaves a rich tale celebrating the magic within.

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Be a magician in your Kitchen with Bayou Magic. No MSG added. Cajun Creole mixes seasoned to perfection. Feeds 8-10 people or 5-4 Cajuns. This recipe comes from the banks of Bayou Beauf and has been enjoyed for years by Cajuns throughout Louisiana. Serve and enjoy U self. www.bayoumagic.com. Certified Cajun. A product of Louisiana. Made in the USA.

Be a magician in your Kitchen with Bayou Magic. No MSG added. Cajun Creole mixes seasoned to perfection. Feeds 8-10 people or 5-4 Cajuns. This recipe comes from the banks of Bayou Beauf and has been enjoyed for years by Cajuns throughout Louisiana. Serve and enjoy U self. www.bayoumagic.com. Certified Cajun. A product of Louisiana. Made in the USA.

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Rice, Onion, Bell Pepper, Salt, Red Pepper, Paprika, Other Spices and Garlic Contains: Milk, Soybeans, Wheat Additives: None

Rice, Onion, Bell Pepper, Salt, Red Pepper, Paprika, Other Spices and Garlic Contains: Milk, Soybeans, Wheat Additives: None

Brown 2 lbs. lean ground meat and drain excess fat. Add 1 can each of cream of chicken, cream of mushroom and French onion soups, add 2 cups of water. Empty contents of package and mix thoroughly. Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Pour into baking pan (approximate size 11 x 13 x 1-1/2), cover with foil and bake for 1 hour and 10 minutes or until rice is tender. For ground turkey or deer, use additional 1 cup of water.

Brown 2 lbs. lean ground meat and drain excess fat. Add 1 can each of cream of chicken, cream of mushroom and French onion soups, add 2 cups of water. Empty contents of package and mix thoroughly. Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Pour into baking pan (approximate size 11 x 13 x 1-1/2), cover with foil and bake for 1 hour and 10 minutes or until rice is tender. For ground turkey or deer, use additional 1 cup of water.

Helga welcomed her with a mix of curiosity and amusement. As Emily spent time with Helga, she realized that the rumors were far from true. Helga was wise and compassionate, using her powers for good rather than evil. She taught Emily the secrets of nature and the magical properties of the forest. Over time, Helga and Emily developed a deep bond, like that of a mentor and student. Helga guided Emily in harnessing her own latent magical abilities and encouraged her to embrace her uniqueness. Together, they ventured into the forest, unraveling its mysteries and protecting its inhabitants from harm. Despite the initial fear and prejudice from the villagers, they eventually came to see Helga and Emily's positive impact on the community. The potions Helga brewed became remedies for ailments, and her enchantments brought luck and prosperity. Helga's story serves as a reminder that appearances can be deceiving and that true power lies not in magic, but in the kindness and wisdom we possess. She defied the stereotypes associated with witches and became a symbol of compassion and knowledge in her village. In the end, Helga's legacy lived on in the hearts and minds of those she touched. Through her friendship with Emily, she brought about a change in perception and allowed others to embrace and appreciate the extraordinary in ordinary life..

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