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1. Auch, Mary Jane (1997). Bantam of the opera. New York: Holiday House.

Abstract:
Luigi, a bantam rooster, has big dreams of becoming a star singer one day. All the other roosters ridicule him, saying he is a show-off. Then one day he hides in a farmer's truck and takes a trip to the opera. Soon he is the star of the show.

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

Keywords: [Accomplishment] [Acting] [Ambition] [Animals] [Careers] [Chicken] [Courage] [Excitement] [Farm] [Goal Setting] [Independence] [Music] [Opera] [Performance]

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2. Banyai, Istvan (1995). Re-zoom. New York: Penguin Group.

Abstract:
Re-zoom represents a series of scenes, each from farther away. For example, an Indian is on a wrist watch worn by a man, who is painting a wall. Re-zoom illustrates different perspectives of the same scenes. (A Wordless Book).

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

Keywords: [Acting] [Activities] [Actor] [Animals] [Art] [Biking] [Boat] [Car] [Dog] [Egyptian] [Elephant] [Food] [Illusion] [Island] [Jungle] [Multicultural] [Nutrition] [Perspective] [Reading] [Subway] [Time] [Transportation] [Volcano]

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3. Byars, Betsy (1994). The golly sisters ride again. New York: Harper Collins.

Abstract:
Two sisters, Rose and May-May, travel in a covered wagon to many places dancing and singing and encounter many adventures

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

Keywords: [Acting] [Adventures] [Compromise] [Conflict Resolution] [Family] [Siblings] [Travel]

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4. Daly, Niki (1998). Bravo, zan angelo!. New York: Farrar, Straus and Giroux.

Abstract:
Angelo Polo is a young boy who passionately wants to be a clown like his grandfather Zan Polo. His grandfather tells him that the theater is no place for a little boy. Finally, Zan Polo tells Angelo that he can be "the little red rooster who crows in the last act." So, Angelo scurries and runs all over the city to prepare for his performance during the carnival. It turns out that Angelo is an excellent rooster and his grandfather agrees that the theater can be a place for a little boy.

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

Keywords: [Acting] [Anger] [Assertiveness] [Carnival] [Clowns] [Excitement] [Family] [Feelings] [Frustration] [Grandparents] [Happiness] [Holidays] [Humor] [Italian] [Language] [Multicultural] [Nonverbal Communication] [Performance] [Sadness] [Self Esteem] [Shyness] [Theatre] [Verbal Communication]

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5. DePaola, Tomie (2005). Stage struck. New York: G.P. Putnam's Sons.

Abstract:
Tommy knows the story of Peter Rabbit by heart. When his class decides to put on the production he wants to be cast in the roll of Peter. Tommy is so excited he does not pay attention to his teacher and as a result gets cast as Mopsy. However, Tommy has a plan to keep him in the spotlight.

Rebecca Hartan, 2006 for the Children's Picture Book Database at Miami University.

Keywords: [Acting] [Ambition] [Animals] [Attention] [Confidence] [Conflict] [Cooperation] [Creativity] [Dancing] [Disappointment] [Forgiveness] [Friendship] [Garden] [Humor] [Independence] [Listening] [Mouse] [Obedience] [Parents] [Performance] [Rabbit] [School] [Self Confidence]

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6. Falconer, Ian (2000). Olivia. New York: Antheneum Books for Young Readers.

Abstract:
Olivia, a very active pig, wears everyone out during her daily activities. From waking up, going to the beach, dancing and playing, Olivia has a busy day.

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

Keywords: [Acting] [Activities] [Animals] [Argument] [Art] [Bath] [Beach] [Bedtime] [Books] [Compromise] [Dancing] [Exercise] [Family] [Health] [Imagination] [Imitation] [Museum] [Pets] [Pig] [Pretend] [Routine] [Sand] [Sleep] [Sun] [Teeth] [Verbal Communication]

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7. Fleischman, Sid (1970). Longbeard the wizard. Boston: Little, Brown and Company.

Abstract:
A young king is bored so he decides to dress as a wizard and perform magic tricks for his village. A neighboring kingdom hears of this wizard and kidnaps him. The wizard has to outsmart the neighboring king to escape and get some treasure for himself.

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

Keywords: [Acting] [Conflict Resolution] [Critical Thinking] [Deception] [Decision Making] [Magic] [Poverty] [Royalty] [Verbal Communication]

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8. Gauch, Particia Lee (1999). Presenting tanya the ugly duckling. New York: Philomel Books.

Abstract:
Tanya's ballet class is getting ready for their recital. Tanya is not sure why she was chosen to play the lead, after all she is only Tanya. During practices, Tanya has a hard time dancing like the ugly duckling. After the dress rehearsal, it is time for Tanya to find her character.

Abstract provided by Erin Wiegand, 2000 for the Children's Picture Book Database at Miami University.

Keywords: [Accomplishment] [Acting] [Beauty] [Birds] [Clothing] [Dancing] [Duck] [Encouragement] [Exercise] [French] [Language] [Learning] [Performance] [Practice] [Self Esteem] [Teaching]

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9. Hoffman, Mary//Binch, Caroline (1991). Amazing grace. New York: Dial Books.

Abstract:
Grace loves to act out stories or fantasies. When her school decides to put on a production of Peter Pan, she wants to be Peter. Everyone says she cannot because she is a black girl. She dances and practices a lot for the audition and at the audition it is evident that she will be the best Peter Pan.

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

Keywords: [Acceptance] [Acting] [African American] [Bias] [Confidence] [Dancing] [Days Of The Week] [Determination] [Exercise] [Fantasy] [Goal Setting] [Multicultural] [Performance] [School] [Self Esteem] [Stereotypes] [Storytelling]

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10. Hughes, Shirley (1989). Angel mae. New York: Lothrop, Lee & Shepard.

Abstract:
The event of a birth in her family and preparations for a Christmas play cause Mae to be anxious. Mae's courage helps her to make decisions to solve her problems.

Abstract provoded by Heather Cobie, 1994 for the Children's Picture Book Database at Miami University.

Keywords: [Acting] [Acting] [Assertiveness] [Baby] [Bravery] [Change] [Christmas] [Conflict Resolution] [Coping] [Critical Thinking] [Decision Making] [Family] [Fear] [Feelings] [Goal Setting] [Growing Up] [Holidays] [Nonverbal Communication] [Performance] [Problem Solving] [Self Esteem] [Stress Management] [Verbal Communication]

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11. Krauss, Ruth (1954). I'll be you and you be me. New York: Harper & Row.

Abstract:
Would you and your friends like to read the poems, plays, fairy tales, and songs in this book?Which parts will you pantomime?

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

Keywords: [Acting] [Animals] [Fable] [Friendship] [Monkey] [Poetry] [Song]

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12. Marshall, James (1999). Swine lake. New York: Harper Collins Publishers.

Abstract:
A hungry wolf wanders into an unfamiliar area as he is walking around town. He smells his favorite food, pigs, and looks around to find out from where the smell is coming. The wolf looks up and sees that the ballet Swine Lake is playing inside of a theater. He gets a ticket and takes his seat with the intention of eating the dancing pigs in th show. He ends up becoming entranced by the love story and finds that he is not hungry anymore. The next day he goes to see the show again but this time when a monster in the show is about to appear on stage, the wolf jumps from his seat to the stage and plays the role of monster. The next day he sees good reviews in the newspaper.

Abstract provided by Julie Ivan, 2000 for the Children's Picture Book Database at Miami University.

Keywords: [Accomplishment] [Acting] [Animals] [Assertiveness] [Dancing] [Entertainment] [Hunger] [Monsters] [Music] [Newspaper] [Photograph] [Pig] [Squirrel] [Theatre] [Wolf]

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13. Marzollo, Jean (1990). Pretend you're a cat. New York: Dial Books for Young Readers.

Abstract:
A series of questions ask children to use their imaginations so they can leap like a cat, beg like a dog, and act like many other animals.

Abstract provided by Elizabeth Scallon and Kelley Chupka, 1995 for the Children's Picture Book Database at Miami University.

Keywords: [Acting] [Animals] [Bear] [Bee] [Birds] [Cat] [Chicken] [Cow] [Dog] [Exercise] [Fish] [Five Senses] [Horse] [Imagination] [Insects] [Jumping] [Pig] [Play] [Pretend] [Running] [Seal] [Snake] [Sounds] [Squirrel]

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14. Stadler, Alexander (2003). Beverly billingsly takes a bow. New York: Silver Whistle Harcourt Inc.

Abstract:
A young girl receives a trunk full of costumes for her birthday. Her new found love for acting has her trying out for the school play. On the day of auditions she gets stagefright. While, at first she is disappointed with the outcome, she makes the best of it in the end.

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

Keywords: [Acting] [Friendship] [Performance] [Play] [Practice] [Progress] [Stagefright] [Stress Management] [Support] [Theatre] [Uniqueness] [Verbal Communication]

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15. Stanley, Diane//Vennema, Peter (1992). Bard of avon: The story of william shakespeare. New York: William Morrow and Company, Inc..

Abstract:
William Shakespeare's life is interesting and full of British history, as are his dramas.

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

Keywords: [Acting] [Biography] [Careers] [English] [History] [Multicultural] [Poetry] [Royalty] [Storytelling] [Success]

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16. Steen, Sandra//Steen, Susan (2001). Car wash. New York: G.P. Putnam's Sons.

Abstract:
Dad and the twins hop into their car to grab some lunch at a restaurant. On the way, they drive through mud puddles so now it's time for a car wash!As the car enters the car wash, something mysterious happens. Oh boy, the twins are in for a big adventure!

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

Keywords: [Acting] [Adventures] [Animals] [Bravery] [Car] [Courage] [Crab] [Critical Thinking] [Crustaceans] [Discovery] [Entertainment] [Environment] [Fantasy] [Fish] [Five Senses] [Food] [Imagination] [Monsters] [Nonverbal Communication] [Nutrition] [Ocean] [Octopus] [Plants] [Safety] [Sea] [Shark] [Ship] [Sounds] [Storm] [Transportation] [Verbal Communication]

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17. Wilson, Sarah (2001). George hogglesberry grade school alien. Toronto: Tricycle Press.

Abstract:
When George begins a new school different from his old planet, he is worried he won't fit in. When the school play comes around, he thinks of a perfect costume to impress his classmates.

Mollie Steadley, 2004 for the Children's Picture Book Database at Miami University.

Keywords: [Acting] [Alien] [Body Parts] [Celebration] [Differences] [Encouragement] [Fear] [Happiness] [Moon] [Play] [Relief] [School] [Shyness] [Stars] [Surprises] [Uniqueness] [Worry]

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