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1. Agee, Jon (1992). The return of freddy legrand. New York: Farrar, Straus, & Giroux.

Abstract:
Freddy Legrand tries to fly across the Atlantic, but crashes. He is rescued by Sophie and Albert. He builds a new plane and plans and encounters great new adventures.

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

Keywords: [Adventures] [Airplane] [Assertiveness] [Bodies Of Water] [Conflict Resolution] [Critical Thinking] [Friendship] [Goal Setting] [Imagination] [Ocean] [Rescue] [Self Esteem] [Transportation] [Travel] [Trust]

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2. Ahlberg, Allan (2001). The adventures of bert. New York: Farrar, Straus, and Giroux.

Abstract:
Bert is a young man whose life is full of adventures. He ends up safely with his family in the end --- but he spends some time in Scotland, is chased by a giant sausage, and rescues a puppy in the river.

Abstract provided by Mark Walter, 2002 for the Children's Picture Book Database at Miami University.

Keywords: [Accidents] [Adventures] [Bedtime] [Bravery] [Clothing] [Decision Making] [Dog] [Exercise] [Family] [Fear] [Food] [Giving] [Heroism] [Injury] [Luck] [Multicultural] [Numbers] [Rescue] [River] [Scottish] [Shopping] [Swimming] [Transportation] [Travel] [Truck]

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3. Ahlberg, Allan (2000). The snail house. Cambridge, MA: Candlewick Press.

Abstract:
Grandma calls in her three grandchildren to tell a story. A boy, a girl, and their baby brother all shrink until they can sneak out of the house unnoticed. They move into a snail house for a day where they have adventures with an earthquake, a disappearing baby, and a scary bird. After the adventures, they thank the snail and return home to become their normal size.

Abstract provided by Mark Walter, 2002 for the Children's Picture Book Database at Miami University.

Keywords: [Adventures] [Animals] [Baby] [Birds] [Cat] [Disappearance] [Earthquake] [Fox] [Grandparents] [Insects] [Lost] [Plants] [Radio] [Rain] [Safety] [Snail] [Storytelling] [Tiger]

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4. Ahlberg, Janet//Ahlberg, Allan (1993). It was a dark and stormy night. Great Britain: Penguin Group.

Abstract:
An eight-year-old boy named Antonio is kidnapped by thieves. The chief orders Antonio to tell a story, which he cleverly uses for his escape. His story includes all sorts of adventures.

Abstract provided by Noelle H. Savaglio, 1996 for the Children's Picture Book Database at Miami University.

Keywords: [Adventures] [Animals] [Bear] [Courage] [Critical Thinking] [Deception] [Escape] [Imagination] [Storytelling] [Verbal Communication]

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5. Albert, Burton (1991). Where does the trail lead?. New York: Simon & Schuster.

Abstract:
A boy explores Summertime Island and observes many things. At the end of the trail, he is back with his family.

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

Keywords: [Adventures] [Curiosity] [Exploration] [Family] [Freedom] [Island] [Nature] [Nonverbal Communication] [Observation]

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6. Alexander, Lloyd (1995). The house gobbaleen. New York: Dutton Children's Books.

Abstract:
After a stroke of bad luck, Tooley calls up on the "Friendly Folk" to help him improve his luck. When Hooks comes to the door, Tooley invites him in the house despite warnings from his cat. Hooks takes advantage of Tooley and makes his luck even worse than before-until the house gobbaleen scares Hooks away.

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

Keywords: [Adventures] [Anger] [Animals] [Cat] [Change] [Depression] [Fantasy] [Fear] [Feelings] [Friendship] [Greed] [Mythical] [Nonverbal Communication] [Peer Resistance] [Relief] [Sadness] [Self Esteem] [Superstition] [Verbal Communication]

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7. Alexander, Martha (1972). And my mean old mother will be sorry, blackboard bear. New York: Dial Press.

Abstract:
Anthony is tired of his mean mother always yelling at him, so he runs away with his bear. After some fun, he misses his mother, his bed, his pillow, and food. He happily returns to his home.

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

Keywords: [Adventures] [Conflict Resolution] [Decision Making] [Family] [Running Away] [Safety]

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8. Allard, Harry//Marshall, James (1989). The stupids take off. Boston: Houghton Mifflin Co..

Abstract:
The Stupid family go on a trip to escape from their bizarre uncle. While on their trip, they run into more bizarre relatives. They have one adventure after another until they reach home.

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

Keywords: [Adventures] [Family] [Humor] [Imagination] [Nonverbal Communication] [Peer Resistance] [Travel] [Verbal Communication]

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9. Allen, Judy (1992). Tiger. Cambridge, MA: Candlewood.

Abstract:
When the people in a small village hear that there may be a small tiger living in their woods, they hire a hunter to track it down.

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

Keywords: [Adventures] [Animals] [Tiger]

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10. Allen, Pamela (1985). A lion in the night. New York: G.P. Putman's Sons.

Abstract:
One night from the confines of her crib, a baby makes a wish and much to the king and queen's astonishment, the wish comes true in the middle of the night. A lion takes the baby on a wild chase in time for breakfast. And when the queen comes in, the Lion disappears.

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

Keywords: [Adventures] [Animals] [Baby] [Conflict Resolution] [Dreams] [Feelings] [Lion] [Loneliness] [Royalty] [Transportation] [Wish]

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11. Anderson, C.W. (1937). Blaze and the gypsies. New York: MacMillian.

Abstract:
A young boy named Billy and his pony, Blaze, meet a group of gypsies on a road. The gypsies steal Blaze. Billy searches for Blaze, while Blaze searches for home.

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

Keywords: [Adventures] [Animals] [Conflict Resolution] [Coping] [Decision Making] [Pets] [Pony] [Robbery] [Verbal Communication]

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12. Anderson, Lonzo (1974). The halloween party. New York: Charles Scribner's Sons.

Abstract:
A young boy is on his way to a Halloween party, when he sees two witches and follows them. He ends up at a Halloween party with witches, ogres, and gremlins and has a wonderful time. He returned home that night by way of broomstick, only to wonder if it was a dream or not.

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

Keywords: [Adventures] [Assertiveness] [Conflict Resolution] [Critical Thinking] [Decision Making] [Fantasy] [Fear] [Halloween] [Holidays] [Party]

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13. Appelbaum, Diana (1997). Cocoa ice. New York: Orchard Books.

Abstract:
A young girl from Maine and a young girl from Santa Domingo learn about each other's home through Jacob the Sailor. The girl from Santa Domingo describes how to make chocolate, and the girl from Maine tells about making ice.

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

Keywords: [Accomplishment] [Activities] [Adventures] [American] [Animals] [Anticipation] [Author's Note] [Beverage] [Boat] [Bodies Of Water] [Careers] [Climbing] [Clothing] [Cold] [Comparisons] [Culture] [Curiosity] [Differences] [Environment] [Food] [Horse] [Ice] [Multicultural] [Plants] [Snow] [Water] [Weather]

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14. Ardizzone, Edward (1965). Tim and ginger. New York: Henry Z. Walck, Inc..

Abstract:
Tim and Ginger are best friends. One day Ginger goes off on his own. Tim realizes that something is wrong. He searches to find Ginger. After Tim saves him, Ginger saves Tim. Both boys are heroes.

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

Keywords: [Adventures] [Boat] [Challenges] [Decision Making] [Friendship] [Heroism] [Stress Management] [Transportation] [Verbal Communication]

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15. Ardizzone, Edward (1968). Tim to the lighthouse. New York: Henry Z. Walck, Inc..

Abstract:
One night, Tim noticed the light from the lighthouse was not flashing past his window. So Tim, the captain, and their friends braved the storm only to find robbers who wanted the ship to crash so they could get their goods. The children help save the lighthouse.

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

Keywords: [Adventures] [Conflict Resolution] [Courage] [Critical Thinking] [Decision Making] [Fear] [Friendship] [Helping] [Refusal Skills] [Robbery]

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16. Ardizzone, Edward (1972). Tim's last voyage. New York: Henry Z. Walck.

Abstract:
A brother and sister are extra crew members on a ship. It is not as easy as they thought to work on a ship. They face many adventures and dangers together.

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

Keywords: [Adventures] [Assertiveness] [Coping] [Family] [Goal Setting] [Siblings] [Teamwork] [Travel]

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17. Ardizzone, Edward (1949). Tim to the rescue. London: Oxford Limited Press.

Abstract:
Tim got to be the second ship boy on a ship. The first ship boy, Ginger, puts a hair growing formula on his hair and it works. Tim saves Ginger in a storm by grabbing him by his hair. Tim receives a gold medal.

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

Keywords: [Adventures] [Critical Thinking] [Friendship] [Teamwork] [Travel] [Weather]

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18. Armstrong, Jennifer (1992). Hugh can do. New York: Crown.

Abstract:
Hugh is an orphan who wants to go to the city to make his fortune. Even though he encounters many obstacles, he pushes on and makes it to the city.

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

Keywords: [Adventures] [Assertiveness] [Critical Thinking] [Decision Making] [Determination] [Goal Setting] [Persistence] [Self Esteem] [Travel] [Verbal Communication]

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19. Avi (1999). Abigail takes the wheel. New York: HarperCollins Publishers Inc..

Abstract:
Every morning Abigail and her brother go to school on board their father's boat. One morning they see an accident and decide to help one of the boats. Abigail has to steer while her father helps on the other boat. On her way down the river, Abigail must make some quick decisions. With Captain Abigail in charge everyone arrives safely.

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

Keywords: [Accidents] [Adventures] [Author's Note] [Boat] [Bodies Of Water] [Careers] [Cooperation] [Critical Thinking] [Decision Making] [Family] [Geography] [Maps] [Market] [Parents] [River] [School] [Ship] [Siblings] [Transportation] [Trust] [Verbal Communication]

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20. 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]

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21. Aylesworth, Jim (1990). Hickory dickory dock. New York: Atheneum.

Abstract:
A mouse's adventures are detailed along with a clock and the time of day.

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

Keywords: [Adventures] [Animals] [Decision Making] [Imagination] [Mouse] [Rhyme] [Self Esteem] [Verbal Communication]

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22. Babcock, Chris (1993). No moon, no milk!. New York: Scholastic Inc..

Abstract:
Martha, a cow, will not give any more milk until she walks on the moon like the cowsmonauts.

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

Keywords: [Adventures] [Animals] [Beach] [Bus] [Cow] [Dancing] [Exercise] [Farm] [Moon] [Museum] [Running] [Skating] [Taxi] [Transportation]

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23. Baker, Leslie (1990). Mornings beach. Boston: Little, Brown and Company.

Abstract:
At the beach, a mother sees the same characteristics of herself in her daughter. Her day is complete just by watching her daughter have fun.

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

Keywords: [Adventures] [Assertiveness] [Beach] [Companion] [Critical Thinking] [Food] [Goal Setting] [Happiness] [Kindness] [Morning] [Nonverbal Communication] [Nutrition] [Picnic] [Self Esteem] [Verbal Communication]

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24. Ball, Duncan (1990). Jeremy's tail. New York: Ashton Scholastic.

Abstract:
Jeremy shows a great deal of determination in finding the donkey all by himself. He constantly shows this pride by telling people not to tell him where the donkey may be.

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

Keywords: [Adventures] [Animals] [Blindness] [Critical Thinking] [Decision Making] [Donkey] [Goal Setting] [Moving] [Refusal Skills] [Rules] [Self Esteem] [Stress Management] [Travel] [Verbal Communication] [Walking]

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25. Bang, Molly (1988). Delphine. New York: Morrow.

Abstract:
Delphine receives a present from her grandmother, but she must go to the post office (far away) to get it. Delphine encounters many exciting adventures on her way to pick up the present.

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

Keywords: [Adventures] [Assertiveness] [Bravery] [Family] [Goal Setting] [Grandparents] [Nonverbal Communication] [Presents] [Refusal Skills] [Self Esteem] [Travel]

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