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1. Ackerman, Karen (1990). The tin heart. New York: Atheneum.

Abstract:
Mahaley and Rosa are best of friends. They play together in the river every day while their fathers worked together. When the Civil War broke out, their fathers disagreed about slavery. Mahaley and Rosa rarely see each other now, But the tin heart charm that they wear around their necks are constant reminders of their special friendship.

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

Keywords: [Awareness] [Boat] [Bodies Of Water] [Conflict Resolution] [Family] [Friendship] [Love] [Night] [Nonverbal Communication] [Parents] [River] [Slavery] [Underground Railroad]
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. Aliki (1962). My five senses. New York: Harper Collins Publishers.

Abstract:
How do you taste your favorite food or see an airplane in the sky?Your five senses let you see, hear, touch, taste, and smell. You may use one sense or several at one time. Wherever you go and whatever you do, your senses are always working for you.

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

Keywords: [Airplane] [Animals] [Awareness] [Baby] [Bear] [Birds] [Body Parts] [Cat] [Dog] [Dolls] [Fire Engine] [Five Senses] [Food] [Frog] [Games] [Hearing] [Moon] [Rabbit] [Sight] [Smell] [Stars] [Taste] [Touch] [Toys] [Tree]
4. Asch, Frank (1994). The earth and i. Singapore: Harcourt Brace & Company.

Abstract:
The child in the story describes the reciprocity between himself","herself and the earth using activities such as playing, listening and growing and emotions and relationships, such as sadness and friendship.

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

Keywords: [Appreciation] [Assertiveness] [Awareness] [Beauty] [Caring] [Dancing] [Decision Making] [Environment] [Exercise] [Feelings] [Food] [Friendship] [Fun] [Happiness] [Listening] [Nonverbal Communication] [Nutrition] [Rain] [Respect] [Sadness] [Self Esteem] [Song] [Support] [Walking] [Weather]
5. Bunting, Eve (1998). So far from the sea. New York: Clarion Books.

Abstract:
Laura and her family are moving, so they are coming to visit the Manzanar War Relocation Center one last time. Years ago, this center was used to house anyone living in the United States that were of Japanese descent. These people were forced to leave their homes and come to the center because Japan bombed the United States. The center is bare now except for all of the memories and the cemetary, including her grandfather's grave.

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

Keywords: [Acceptance] [Airplane] [American] [Anger] [Anticipation] [Assertiveness] [Author's Note] [Awareness] [Bias] [Bravery] [Change] [Citizen] [Cold] [Community] [Conflict] [Confusion] [Critical Thinking] [Crow] [Culture] [Death] [Differences] [Discrimination] [Diversity] [Family] [Fear] [Feelings] [Flowers] [Forgiveness] [Generations] [Ghosts] [Grandparents] [Growing Up] [History] [Illness] [Japanese] [Japanese] [Loss] [Memories] [Monuments] [Mountains] [Moving] [Prison] [Sea] [Sky] [Snow] [Survival] [Verbal Communication] [War]
6. Bunting, Eve (1999). A picnic in october. New York: Harcourt Brace & Company.

Abstract:
Tony and his extended family celebrate the birthday of the Statue of Liberty every October. They travel out to Libery Island to have a picnic and show their appreciation to the meaning the statue brings. Tony is embarrassed by his family's dedication, but in the end realizes the meaning of the statue.

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

Keywords: [Aging] [American] [Appreciation] [Author's Note] [Awareness] [Beauty] [Birthday] [Boat] [Bodies Of Water] [Celebration] [Cold] [Critical Thinking] [Embarrassment] [Empathy] [Family] [Freedom] [Generations] [Grandparents] [Island] [Love] [Monuments] [Music] [Nonverbal Communication] [Park] [Picnic] [Recognition] [Traditions] [Transportation] [Understanding] [Wind]
7. Carlson, Nancy (1988). I like me!. New York: Puffin Books.

Abstract:
A very fine pig lists all the good qualities she sees in herself, along with what helps her cope when she's feeling low. She points out that nothing is better than being yourself. She paints, rides her bike, reads good books, and takes care of herself.

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

Keywords: [Acceptance] [Affection] [Animals] [Appearance] [Appreciation] [Awareness] [Beliefs] [Body Image] [Body Parts] [Celebration] [Challenges] [Confidence] [Determination] [Differences] [Emotions] [Encouragement] [Feelings] [Food] [Happiness] [Health] [Honesty] [Identification] [Images] [Individuality] [Love] [Morning] [Observation] [Pig] [Recognition] [Respect] [Self Confidence] [Self Esteem] [Stress Management] [Teeth] [Understanding] [Uniqueness] [Verbal Communication]
8. Child, Lauren (2001). What planet are you from, Clarice Bean?. Cambridge, MA: Candlewick Press.

Abstract:
Clarice Bean is having a hard time coming up with an idea for her project on the environment. To make matters worse, she is paired up with her tag-along neighbor, Robert Granger. Her situation looks hopeless until her brother becomes an ecowarrior in an effort to "free the tree" from being cut down in their neighborhood. Robert and Clarice become ecowarriors themselves, saving the tree and their project.

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

Keywords: [Accomplishment] [Ambition] [Anticipation] [Assertiveness] [Awareness] [Beliefs] [Camping] [Challenges] [Climbing] [Communication] [Community] [Comparisons] [Compromise] [Confidence] [Conflict] [Conflict Resolution] [Conservation] [Cooperation] [Courage] [Critical Thinking] [Decision Making] [Dedication] [Destruction] [Determination] [Earth] [Environment] [Faith] [Family] [Fight] [Frustration] [Generations] [Grandparents] [Helping] [Individuality] [Learning] [Loyalty] [Nonverbal Communication] [Parents] [Persistence] [Photograph] [Presentation] [Prevention] [Problem Solving] [Protection] [Relief] [Resentment] [Resolution] [Respect] [Role Model] [School] [Science] [Stress Management] [Success] [Support] [Teaching] [Teamwork] [Tree] [Unselfish] [Verbal Communication]
9. Cooper, Elisha (1998). Ballpark. New York: Greenwillow Books.

Abstract:
This day of preparation at the ballpark shows all of the details behind the scenes. For example, you can see the laundry room, food vendors, press box, and playing field. The game of baseball is full of rituals and exciting surprises.

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

Keywords: [Activities] [Animation] [Awareness] [Baseball] [Bat] [Careers] [Clothing] [Entertainment] [Excitement] [Exercise] [Food] [Fun] [Images] [Machines] [Nutrition] [Park] [Photograph] [Play] [Practice] [Preparation] [Rain] [Sports] [Weather]
10. Dahl, Michael (2005). Hands down counting by fives. Minneapolis, MN: Picture Window Books.

Abstract:
Learn to count by fives through artistic handprints made by children. Students use handprints to create leaves, butterflies, and turkeys, as well as other objects. Count along with the fingers from five to fifty. Dominoes at the bottom of each page show another way to count.

Abstract provided by Laura Partusch for the Children's Picture Book Database at Miami University.

Keywords: [Activities] [Art] [Author's Note] [Awareness] [Classification] [Colors] [Concepts] [Counting] [Critical Thinking] [Education] [Fun] [Goal Setting] [Learning] [Math] [Nonverbal Communication] [Numbers] [Science] [Sequence]
11. Dodds, Dayle Ann (1989). Wheel away. New York: Harper & Row.

Abstract:
A runaway wheel takes a bouncy, bumpy, amusing journey through town.

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

Keywords: [Awareness] [Conflict Resolution] [Rhyme] [Transportation] [Travel]
12. Garland, Sherry (1994). I never knew your name. New York: Ticknor & Fields Books for Young Readers.

Abstract:
A young boy is fascinated with his neighbor. He watches the neighbor's actions and understands his feelings. Unfortunately, no one notices the boy.

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

Keywords: [Awareness] [Basketball] [Challenges] [Critical Thinking] [Depression] [Feelings] [Friendship] [Insecurity] [Loneliness] [Neighbors] [Neighbors] [Nonverbal Communication] [Sadness] [Sports]
13. Gershator, David//Gershator, Phillis (1995). Bread is for eating. New York: Henry Holt and Company, Inc..

Abstract:
When a little boy leaves bread on his plate, his mother reminds him how important bread is and the hard work that goes into making it. Through a song, children learn why they should not waste food, and how to be thankful for grain and bread.

Abstract provided by Lynne-Ann Bell, 1998 for the Children's Picture Book Database at Miami University.

Keywords: [Appreciation] [Awareness] [Careers] [Critical Thinking] [Culture] [Decision Making] [Farm] [Farmer] [Food] [Health] [Hispanic] [Hunger] [Language] [Machines] [Money] [Multicultural] [Music] [Nature] [Nonverbal Communication] [Nutrition] [Parents] [Plants] [Poverty] [Rain] [Rainbow] [Snow] [Song] [Spanish] [Storytelling] [Sun] [Teaching] [Verbal Communication] [Weather] [Winter]
14. Gosselin, Kim (1998). Taking diabetes to school. Valley Park, MO: JayJo Books, LLC..

Abstract:
Jayson explains how having diabetes effects his day, but doesn't stop him from doing what other kids do. Like most kids, Jayson loves to play at recess and take part in gym class.

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

Keywords: [Acceptance] [Author's Note] [Awareness] [Behavior] [Body Parts] [Diabetes] [Differences] [Diseases] [Exercise] [Food] [Health] [Medicine] [Nurse] [Nutrition] [School] [Soccer] [Sports]
15. Gosselin, Kim (1995). Taking asthma to camp: A fictional story about asthma camp. St. Louis, MO: JayJo Books.

Abstract:
Justin is scared to leave his parents for the first time to travel to camp. Asthma camp turns out to be a place he greatly enjoys. He learns about asthma and its effects on his body. By the end of the week Justin leaves camp but he can't wait until the following year to come back.

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

Keywords: [Asthma] [Awareness] [Behavior] [Camping] [Challenges] [Change] [Decision Making] [Diseases] [Exercise] [Family] [Fishing] [Food] [Learning] [Medicine] [Nutrition] [Recreation] [Rules] [School] [Self Esteem]
16. Gosselin, Kim (1998). Taking asthma to school. Valley Park, MO: JayJo Books.

Abstract:
Justin has asthma so he explains a day in his life to his classmates. Justin takes special medicine to help him breathe. But he is like any other child his age: he likes to play with his friends, go outside at recess, and take part in gym class just like any other kid.

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

Keywords: [Acceptance] [Allergies] [Asthma] [Author's Note] [Awareness] [Differences] [Diseases] [Exercise] [Health] [Medicine] [Nonverbal Communication] [Nurse] [School] [School] [Self Esteem] [Understanding] [Verbal Communication]
17. Gunthorp, Karen (1968). Curious maggie. New York: Doubleday and Company, Inc..

Abstract:
Maggie, the duck, is curious to see what is beyond the farmyard where she lives. On an adventure outside of the farmyard, Maggie discovers what trouble is.

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

Keywords: [Adventures] [Awareness] [Birds] [Curiosity] [Decision Making] [Duck] [Exploration] [Farm] [Travel]
18. Hanh, Thich Nhat (2001). A pebble for your pocket. Berkeley, CA: Plum Blossom Books.

Abstract:
Enjoy the stories of Thich Nhat Hanh, a Zen Buddhist. Learn how to transform negative feelings into positive feelings so you can live more at peace with yourself and in harmony with your environment.

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

Keywords: [Acceptance] [Angel] [Awareness] [Beliefs] [Buddhism] [Challenges] [Conflict Resolution] [Decision Making] [Emotions] [Faith] [Family] [Feelings] [Forgiveness] [Goal Setting] [Harmony] [Meditation] [Nonverbal Communication] [Parents] [Peace] [Peer Resistance] [Relaxation] [Religion] [Self Esteem] [Stress Management]
19. Hoban, Russell (1970). A bargain for frances. New York: Harper and Row.

Abstract:
Frances saves money to buy a real china tea pot. Thelma swindles Frances out of her money and buys the tea pot. Frances then tricks Thelma out of the tea pot and they are friends again.

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

Keywords: [Animals] [Assertiveness] [Awareness] [Conflict Resolution] [Critical Thinking] [Deception] [Friendship] [Goal Setting] [Honesty] [Play] [Refusal Skills] [Self Esteem] [Verbal Communication]
20. Hooks, Bell (1999). Happy to be nappy . New York: Hyperion.

Abstract:
A whimsical rhythm of sweet jive jumps from watercolored illustrations on different pages to portray portraits of little girls who celebrate their African American culture. Hooray for the frizzy, fuzzy, nappy, twisty hair!Hooray for the sizzling semblance and fantastic flare that shines in every hair on every head. Beauty lies everywhere.

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

Keywords: [African American] [Appearance] [Appreciation] [Awareness] [Beauty] [Body Parts] [Caring] [Celebration] [Child Care] [Cleanliness] [Closeness] [Colors] [Comparisons] [Confidence] [Creativity] [Culture] [Day] [Differences] [Family] [Feelings] [Fun] [Happiness] [Health] [Hope] [Images] [Individuality] [Multicultural] [Parents] [Play] [Pride] [Rhythm] [Self Confidence] [Self Esteem] [Shapes]
21. Jahn-Clough, Lisa (1994). Alicia has a bad day. Boston, MA: Houghton Mifflin.

Abstract:
Since Alicia is typically a very happy little girl that likes to be silly, she does not like the miserable feeling she experiences one morning. Alicia first handles her emotions by sitting and moping. Later she goes outside to write about her dark and dreary feelings in her notebook, only to be interrupted by a storm. After some alone time under her bed and a lick from her dog, Alizie realizes the world is not so lugubrious and goes outside to play.

Megan Eckes, 2006 for the Children's Picture Book Database at Miami University.

Keywords: [Anger] [Animals] [Awareness] [Clouds] [Coping] [Creativity] [Dog] [Emotions] [Feelings] [Hope] [Language] [Pets] [Playing] [Rain] [Sadness] [Weather] [Wood]
22. Kidd, R. (1995). Raising the roof. Americus, GA: Habitat for Humanity.

Abstract:
When David's parents decide to spend the day at Habitat for Humanity instead of with him, he is very upset. After understanding how his parents are helping others, he decides to build his own house.

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

Keywords: [Accomplishment] [Awareness] [Community] [Conflict Resolution] [Critical Thinking] [Determination] [Family] [Feelings] [Helping] [Parents] [Sadness] [Shelter] [Stress Management]
23. Krauss, Ruth (1960). Open house for butterflies. New York: Harper and Row.

Abstract:
An easy to read children's how-to-book. Random definitions and observations from a child's perspective. This story promotes respect for the little everyday things and language development.

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

Keywords: [Awareness] [Challenges] [Family] [Feelings] [Language] [Nonverbal Communication] [Observation] [Parents] [Perspective] [Relationship] [Respect] [Siblings] [Uniqueness] [Verbal Communication]
24. Krauss, Ruth (1952). A hole is to dig. New York: Harper and Row.

Abstract:
Definitions and observations from a child's perspective with explanations for what different things are.

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

Keywords: [Awareness] [Challenges] [Family] [Feelings] [Language] [Nonverbal Communication] [Observation] [Perspective] [Relationship] [Respect] [Uniqueness] [Verbal Communication]
25. Medearis, Angela Shelf (1991). Dancing with the indians. New York: Holiday House.

Abstract:
An African American family watches a Seminole Indian celebration. After watching and learning of this culture and its customs, the family joins in the dancing.

Abstract provided by Jennifer J. Thompson and Jennifer L. Thompson, 1994 for the Children's Picture Book Database at Miami University.

Keywords: [Acceptance] [African American] [Assertiveness] [Awareness] [Celebration] [Critical Thinking] [Dancing] [Differences] [Family] [History] [Multicultural] [Native American] [Nonverbal Communication] [Recreation] [Traditions] [Verbal Communication]
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