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1. Agell, Charlotte (1994). Dancing feet. New York: Gulliver Books .

Abstract:
Diversity in the world is shown through rhythmical lyrics and warm pictures. It also includes the names of major body parts and functions.

Abstract provided by Miwako Monden, 1995 for the Children's Picture Book Database at Miami University.

Keywords: [Acceptance] [African] [Asian] [Body Image] [Body Parts] [Community] [Dancing] [Diversity] [Equality] [Exercise] [Family] [Food] [Friendship] [Multicultural] [Poetry] [Rhyme] [Walking]
2. Alexander, Earl//Rudin, Sheila//Sejkora, Pam (1996). My dad has hiv. Minneapolis, MN: Fairview Press.

Abstract:
The disease HIV is explained in this gentle and descriptive book about a young girl who has a father with HIV. The facts about the virus are described in a way that children can understand. It helps children to know that a person with HIV can lead a normal life.

Abstract provided by Kimberly Dealy, 2001 for the Children's Picture Book Database at Miami University.

Keywords: [Acceptance] [Aids] [Awareness] [Careers] [Communication] [Differences] [Diseases] [Family] [Fear] [Feelings] [Food] [Health] [Hygiene] [Illness] [Love] [Medicine] [Nutrition] [Parents] [Presentation] [Sadness] [School] [Science] [Sleep] [Support] [Verbal Communication]
3. Alexander, Martha (1971). Nobody asked me if I wanted a little sister. New York: Dial Press.

Abstract:
Oliver's new baby sister gets a lot of attention and he feels neglected. He tries to give his sister away, but realizes that she wants to be with him. Oliver discovers that he will have a playmate when she is a little older.

Abstract provided by Judy Penko, 1994 for the Children's Picture Book Database at Miami University.

Keywords: [Acceptance] [Baby] [Change] [Conflict Resolution] [Coping] [Family] [Jealousy] [Love] [Siblings]
4. Anholt, Laurence (1995). Sophie and the new baby. Morton Grove, IL: Albert Whitman & Company.

Abstract:
A new baby is coming, and Sophie's going to be a big sister!She helps her mother and father prepare for the arrival of the baby, but when her little brother is born, she wishes that her family could give him back!Sophie slowly begins to realize that having a new brother might not be so bad after all.

Abstract provided by Katie Fitzpatrick, 2001 for the Children's Picture Book Database at Miami University.

Keywords: [Acceptance] [Affection] [Anticipation] [Appreciation] [Attention] [Autumn] [Baby] [Birth] [Carriage] [Change] [Cold] [Conflict Resolution] [Confusion] [Decision Making] [Disappointment] [Dolls] [Family] [Feelings] [Giving] [Jealousy] [Loneliness] [Moon] [Morning] [Night] [Nonverbal Communication] [Parents] [Patience] [Pregnancy] [Preparation] [Resentment] [Seasons] [Secrets] [Snow] [Spring] [Sun] [Verbal Communication] [Walking] [Winter] [Woods]
5. Asch, Frank (1985). Bear's bargain. Englewood Cliffs, NJ: Prentice Hall.

Abstract:
Bear wishes he could fly like Little Bird, and Little Bird wants to be big and strong like Bear. Both of them got their wishes fulfilled in a very creative and imaginative way.

Abstract provided by Jacqui Lott, 1994 for the Children's Picture Book Database at Miami University.

Keywords: [Acceptance] [Animals] [Bear] [Birds] [Body Image] [Cooperation] [Creativity] [Creativity] [Critical Thinking] [Imagination] [Nonverbal Communication] [Self Esteem]
6. Avi (2002). Things that sometimes happen. New York: Simon & Schuster.

Abstract:
This collection of short stories are exaggerated to intrigue your imagination. The stories are full of odd events involving animals, traveling, and much more.

Abstract provided by Lauren Terakedis, 2006 for the Children's Picture Book Database at Miami University.

Keywords: [Acceptance] [Accomplishment] [Adventures] [Animals] [Appearance] [Bear] [Beverage] [Camel] [Car] [Cat] [Critical Thinking] [Decision Making] [Dragons] [Elephant] [Excitement] [Feelings] [Friendship] [Goal Setting] [Happiness] [Hard Work] [Hippopotamus] [Home] [Humor] [Illness] [Imagination] [Individuality] [Kindness] [Monkey] [Repetition] [Self Esteem] [Storytelling] [Success] [Teamwork] [Tiger] [Transportation] [Travel] [Verbal Communication] [Water] [Weather]
7. Ballard, Robin (1994). Good-bye, house. New York: Greenwillow Books.

Abstract:
A little girl copes with moving to a new house with mama and papa. Before they leave for the new house, the girl says good-bye to the old house and all the rooms in it. When they arrive at the new house, she decides the change is not as bad as she thought.

Abstract provided by Jen Schlosser, 1997 for the Children's Picture Book Database at Miami University.

Keywords: [Acceptance] [Animals] [Cat] [Change] [Coping] [Courage] [Family] [Feelings] [Food] [Growing Up] [Nonverbal Communication] [Nutrition] [Parents] [Sadness] [Stress Management] [Toys] [Transportation] [Truck] [Worry]
8. Bang, Molly (1996). Goose. New York: The Blue Sky Press.

Abstract:
One day, a goose egg falls into the home of woodchucks and hatches open. A goose is raised by the woodchucks and becomes part of their family. Eventually, the goose feels very sad and doesn't know why. When she ventures out to find happiness, she accidentally learns to fly.

Abstract provided by Kristen Pariseau, 1998 for the Children's Picture Book Database at Miami University.

Keywords: [Acceptance] [Accomplishment] [Animals] [Appearance] [Birds] [Bodies Of Water] [Differences] [Family] [Feelings] [Goose] [Happiness] [Loneliness] [Nature] [Night] [Ocean] [Parents] [Rabbit] [Sadness] [Self Esteem] [Siblings] [Teaching] [Wind] [Woodchuck]
9. Barber, Antonia (1992). Gemma and the baby chick. New York: Scholastic Inc..

Abstract:
Gemma is a very caring young child. She saves one of the hen's babies from dying. This child, with the help of her mother, understands that she can't keep it but must put it back into the hen's nest.

Abstract provided by Cleon Plummer, 1994 for the Children's Picture Book Database at Miami University.

Keywords: [Acceptance] [Animals] [Chicken] [Conflict Resolution] [Critical Thinking] [Decision Making] [Goal Setting] [Helping] [Kindness] [Learning] [Rescue] [Safety] [Trust] [Verbal Communication]
10. Barbour, Karen (1991). Mr. bow tie. Orlando, FL: Harcourt Brace Jovanovich.

Abstract:
A family makes friends with a homeless man. They find out his name and invite his parents to see him. Mr. Bow tie goes home with his parents, but leaves behind his memory.

Abstract provided by Jennie Millett, 1995 for the Children's Picture Book Database at Miami University.

Keywords: [Acceptance] [Family] [Friendship] [Helping] [Kindness] [Memories] [Parents] [Respect]
11. Bauman, Kurt (1981). Piro and the fire brigade. Boston: Faber and Faber.

Abstract:
Piro wants to be a firefighter but he is told he is too small. One day he finally gets to prove to everyone that he can do it.

Abstract provided by Stanley Stone, 1994 for the Children's Picture Book Database at Miami University.

Keywords: [Acceptance] [Assertiveness] [Careers] [Conflict Resolution] [Courage] [Critical Thinking] [Decision Making] [Determination] [Nonverbal Communication] [Sizes] [Verbal Communication]
12. Bee, William (2005). Whatever. Cambridge, PA: Candlewick Press.

Abstract:
Billy is a very difficult child. Billy's father tries to please him by showing him the world's curliest trumpet, bounciest castle and smokiest train. He even takes Billy to the edge of outer space, but all Billy can say is "whatever." In the end, Billy will get a taste of his own medicine.

Abstract provided by Angela Cook, 2006 for the Children's Picture Book Database at Miami University.

Keywords: [Acceptance] [Affection] [Animals] [Appreciation] [Communication] [Conflict Resolution] [Family] [Giraffe] [Misbehavior] [Mischief] [Respect] [Stress Management] [Taste] [Tiger]
13. Bennett, Kelly (2005). Not norman: A goldfish story. New York: Candlewick Press.

Abstract:
When a boy gets Norman, a goldfish, for his birthday he is disappointed. He wants an energetic pet with which to run and play. He makes a plan to take Norman back to the pet store and get another pet. After show and tell at school, he decides to keep him. Norman likes his music and makes him laugh; besides any other pet just wouldn’t be the same, they would not be Norman.

Abstract provided by Danielle L Rhodus, 2006 for the Children's Picture Book Database at Miami University.

Keywords: [Acceptance] [African American] [Animals] [Assertiveness] [Birds] [Birthday] [Bravery] [Cat] [Climbing] [Conflict Resolution] [Critical Thinking] [Decision Making] [Disappointment] [Dog] [Exercise] [Family] [Feelings] [Friendship] [Goal Setting] [Goldfish] [Hamster] [Listening] [Lizard] [Mice] [Multicultural] [Music] [Nonverbal Communication] [Parents] [Pets] [Refusal Skills] [Running] [Sadness] [School] [Self Esteem] [Snake] [Sounds] [Surprises] [Swimming] [Verbal Communication]
14. Boedoe, Geefwee (2004). Arrowville. China: Harper Collins.

Abstract:
In the town of Arrowville disagreement and frenzy is a way of life, but a young girl named Barb wants to agree and get along. She gets in trouble for this and runs away. At the same time the Targets make a wrong turn and end up in Arrowville. The Arrows think they are invaders. It is Barb who helps the Arrows and Targets come together and understand each other.

Abstract provided by Ellen Boyer, 2006 for the Children's Picture Book Database at Miami University.

Keywords: [Acceptance] [Beliefs] [Change] [Conflict Resolution] [Culture] [Decision Making] [Differences] [Diversity] [Feelings] [Friendship] [Goal Setting] [Individuality] [Misunderstanding] [Peer Resistance] [Perspective] [Poetry] [Prejudice] [Rhythm] [Uniqueness]
15. Bonsall, Crosby (1962). Who's a pest?. New York: Harper & Row.

Abstract:
Homer starts to believe he is a pest because others say he is. When the others fall in a hole, Homer thinks of a way to get them out. After they are rescued, they never call Homer a pest again.

Abstract provided by Dana Linville, 1994 for the Children's Picture Book Database at Miami University.

Keywords: [Acceptance] [Conflict Resolution] [Decision Making] [Neighbors] [Rescue] [Self Esteem]
16. Borton, Lady (1997). Junk pile!. New York: Philomel Books.

Abstract:
When Jamie Kay helps her dad in their magical junk yard, Robert Haines and other kids make fun of her. Jamie Kay has to find a way to show the kids that her junkyard is magical. But most of all, Jamie has to find a way to make a friend.

Abstract provided by Maria Thamann, 1998 for the Children's Picture Book Database at Miami University.

Keywords: [Acceptance] [Assertiveness] [Bus] [Careers] [Conflict Resolution] [Critical Thinking] [Decision Making] [Disability] [Dog] [Family] [Forgiveness] [Friendship] [Imagination] [Magic] [Song] [Teasing] [Transportation] [Work]
17. Brandenberg, Franz (1977). Nice new neighbors. New York: William Morrow & Company, Inc..

Abstract:
The Fieldmouse children struggle to gain friends and acceptance when they move into their new home. Father encourages them to go play with each new family, but they are rejected each time.

Abstract provided by Amanda Blue, 1996 for the Children's Picture Book Database at Miami University.

Keywords: [Acceptance] [Conflict Resolution] [Family] [Friendship] [Moving] [Neighbors] [Play]
18. Bregoli, Jane (2004). The goat lady. Gardiner, ME: Tilbury House Publishers.

Abstract:
Two young children new to Lucy Little Road, help us reveal the simple yet important life of the goat lady; a life that many people in the town despise. Through the children's time spent helping the goat lady, they learn of her vast life experiences. It isn't until after the children's mother takes portraits of the goat lady, that the rest of the town see waht a truly wonderful person the goat lady is.

Abstract provided by Kathleen Turley, 2006 for the Children's Picture Book Database at Miami University.

Keywords: [Acceptance] [Aging] [Animals] [Appreciation] [Art] [Assertiveness] [Barn] [Birds] [Cold] [Companion] [Coping] [Critical Thinking] [Curiosity] [Decision Making] [Discovery] [Emotions] [Environment] [Food] [Friendship] [Goal Setting] [Goat] [Hard Work] [Home] [Illness] [Listening] [Loyalty] [Neighbors] [Nonverbal Communication] [Pets] [Pride] [Relationship] [Respect] [Support] [Teaching] [Trust] [Verbal Communication]
19. Breinburg, Petronella (1973). Shawn goes to school. New York: Thomas Y. Crowell.

Abstract:
Shawn has always wanted to go to school. When his mother takes him to school on his first day, he cries. After feeling welcome by his classmates and teacher, he is happy to be at school.

Abstract provided by Ryan Proffitt and Erin King, 1994 for the Children's Picture Book Database at Miami University.

Keywords: [Acceptance] [African American] [Change] [Critical Thinking] [Decision Making] [Fear] [Feelings] [Growing Up] [Insecurity] [Multicultural] [Nonverbal Communication] [School]
20. Bridges, Shirin Yim (2002). Ruby's wish. San Francisco: Chronicle Books.

Abstract:
Ruby is known for wearing red and being an exceptionally bright student. Even during a time in China when "...most girls were never taught to read and write". However, Ruby's grandfather hires a teacher to come to the house, making it possible for any grandchild living in the house to learn. This initiates a desire in Ruby to attend university, a place that women in China were not encouraged to go. *Based on a true story of the author's grandmother.

Abstract provided by Heather Tussey, 2005 for the Children's Picture Book Database at Miami University.

Keywords: [Acceptance] [Accomplishment] [Ambition] [Appreciation] [Art] [Asian] [Assertiveness] [Beliefs] [Change] [China] [Chinese] [Conflict] [Conflict Resolution] [Courage] [Culture] [Customs] [Decision Making] [Dedication] [Depression] [Determination] [Disappointment] [Emotions] [Encouragement] [Equality] [Excitement] [Family] [Frustration] [Generations] [Giving] [Goal Setting] [Grandparents] [Happiness] [Independence] [Individuality] [Intelligence] [Kindness] [Language] [Learning] [Listening] [New Year] [Nonverbal Communication] [Obedience] [Parade] [Patience] [Persistence] [Poetry] [Prevention] [Progress] [Reading] [Recognition] [Refusal Skills] [Relationship] [Relief] [Resentment] [Resolution] [Role Model] [School] [Self Confidence] [Self Esteem] [Skills] [Stress Management] [Support] [Symbols] [Sympathy] [Teaching] [Traditions] [Understanding] [Verbal Communication] [Wealth] [Wish] [Writing]
21. Bright, Robert (1962). Which is willy?. New York : Doubleday.

Abstract:
Willy the penguin wants to be different. He goes to the city, but he is too different than the people there. So he goes back to the South Pole and discovers he is different because of what he is inside.

Abstract provided by Ryan Proffitt and Erin King, 1994 for the Children's Picture Book Database at Miami University.

Keywords: [Acceptance] [Animals] [Animals] [Appearance] [Appreciation] [Community] [Conflict Resolution] [Critical Thinking] [Decision Making] [Differences] [Diversity] [Feelings] [Geography] [Growing Up] [Happiness] [Independence] [Individuality] [Nonverbal Communication] [Penguin] [Self Esteem] [Uniqueness]
22. Brindel, June Rochuy (1971). Luap. New York: Bobbs-Merrill Co..

Abstract:
A small boy, Luap, goes through a day in his school and town. He sees things differently than most people. For example, he sees people walking on their hands and riding their bicycles backwards. Through this, Luap learns a valuable lesson.

Abstract provided by Jenny Davis, 1994 for the Children's Picture Book Database at Miami University.

Keywords: [Acceptance] [Biking] [Conflict Resolution] [Critical Thinking] [Differences] [Gymnastics] [Learning] [Nonverbal Communication] [Play] [Recreation] [Sports] [Uniqueness] [Verbal Communication]
23. Brooks, Jennifer (1994). Princess jessica rescues a prince. Lake Forest, CA: NADJA Publishing.

Abstract:
A young princess with a pure heart plays with three gnomes who are handicapped. She is kind and accepting to her new friends. In turn, she gains another friend.

Abstract provided by Cory Holycross, 1999 for the Children's Picture Book Database at Miami University.

Keywords: [Acceptance] [Appearance] [Appreciation] [Beauty] [Bravery] [Caring] [Challenges] [Conflict Resolution] [Determination] [Differences] [Disability] [Disappearance] [Fantasy] [Fear] [Friendship] [Handicap] [Helping] [Loneliness] [Problem Solving] [Royalty] [Understanding] [Uniqueness]
24. Brown, Laurene Krasny//Brown, Marc (1986). Dinosaurs divorce. Boston: Little, Brown and Company.

Abstract:
Divorce can be a scary thing for children. Questions and concerns about divorce can be answered with help from the dinosaurs. Dinosaurs explain everything from why parents divorce to celebrating holidays with two families to satisfy the inquisitive young mind.

Abstract provided by Kyle-Leigh Berry, 1999 for the Children's Picture Book Database at Miami University.

Keywords: [Acceptance] [Appreciation] [Behavior] [Change] [Change] [Conflict Resolution] [Coping] [Coping] [Critical Thinking] [Dinosaur] [Divorce] [Divorce] [Emotions] [Family] [Feelings] [Forgiveness] [Listening] [Loss] [Loss] [Marriage] [Nonverbal Communication] [Parents] [Parents] [Relationship] [Stress Management] [Verbal Communication]
25. Brown, Marc (2001). Arthur's nose. Boston/New York/London/Toronto: Little, Brown and Company.

Abstract:
Arthur does not like his nose! Although his friends and family like Arthur's nose just the way it is, he feels that it is always getting in the way and decides to get a new nose!

Abstract provided by Heather Tussey, 2005 for the Children's Picture Book Database at Miami University.

Keywords: [Aardvark] [Acceptance] [Animals] [Anticipation] [Appearance] [Author's Note] [Beauty] [Bias] [Body Parts] [Challenges] [Communication] [Confidence] [Conflict] [Conflict Resolution] [Contentment] [Critical Thinking] [Curiosity] [Decision Making] [Depression] [Determination] [Differences] [Embarrassment] [Emotions] [Encouragement] [Envy] [Family] [Feelings] [Friendship] [Frustration] [Individuality] [Insecurity] [Learning] [Nonverbal Communication] [Opinions] [Photograph] [Problem Solving] [Refusal Skills] [Relief] [Resentment] [School] [Self Confidence] [Self Esteem] [Sizes] [Support] [Uniqueness] [Verbal Communication] [Worry]
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