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1. Alexander, Martha (1973). No ducks in our bathtub. New York: Dial Press.

Abstract:
David endlessly tries to convince his mother to allow him to have a pet. However, all of his choices are inappropriate. Finally, they agree on fish, so he waits for the fish eggs to hatch. Only, the eggs aren't fish eggs after all.

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

Keywords: [Animals] [Bath] [Birds] [Compromise] [Conflict Resolution] [Critical Thinking] [Decision Making] [Family] [Fish] [Frog] [Goal Setting] [Obedience] [Parents] [Pets] [Pond] [Stress Management] [Verbal Communication]

2. Anholt, Catherine//Anholt, Laurence (1991). All about you. New York: Scholastic Inc..

Abstract:
Everyone is different, no one is quite the same. Discover all about you!How do you feel today?Are you hungry?Each time it's a new story.

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

Keywords: [Amphibians] [Animals] [Bat] [Bath] [Bear] [Bedtime] [Birds] [Camel] [Cat] [Celebration] [Cleanliness] [Climbing] [Cow] [Dancing] [Dog] [Donkey] [Duck] [Exercise] [Family] [Feelings] [Fish] [Food] [Frog] [Goat] [Goose] [Gorilla] [Grandparents] [Happiness] [Hygiene] [Jumping] [Library] [Mole] [Monkey] [Moose] [Nutrition] [Ox] [Parents] [Party] [Picnic] [Pool] [Running] [Sadness] [School] [Seal] [Sheep] [Siblings] [Skipping] [Sleep] [Sliding] [Snail] [Walrus] [Whale] [Wolf] [Zoo]

3. Blance, Ellen/ Cook, Ann (1973). Monster cleans his house. Glendale, CA: Bowmar.

Abstract:
Monster lives in a tall house in the city. He loves his house! It is very fine. Monster thinks the house will be even finer after he cleans it. He works hard making sure he cleans all of the rooms for potential visitors. He takes a break after all that cleaning and the house looks fine indeed.

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

Keywords: [Appearance] [Bath] [Books] [Cleanliness] [Clothing] [Cooking] [Emotions] [Feelings] [Love] [Monsters] [Reading] [Relaxation] [Sleep] [Water]

4. Briggs, Raymond (1994). The bear. New York: Random House.

Abstract:
One night while Tilly is sleeping a bear comes into her room. The next morning Tilly tells her parents about the bear, but they don't think the bear is real. Tilly takes care of the bear all through the day. While Tilly is sleeping, the bear exits through the window to return back to his home.

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

Keywords: [Animals] [Bath] [Bear] [Bedtime] [Beverage] [Family] [Food] [Helping] [Imagination] [Love] [Night] [Nutrition] [Parents] [Verbal Communication]

5. Conrad, Pam (1993). The tub grandfather. New York: HarperCollins.

Abstract:
Tub child finds his grandpa asleep under the radiator. Then, the whole tub family works to wake him up. Then, Grandmother and Grandfather reunite with a dance.

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

Keywords: [Bath] [Dancing] [Exercise] [Family] [Fantasy] [Grandparents] [Lost] [Nonverbal Communication] [Reunion] [Sleep] [Verbal Communication]

6. Cross, Verda (1992). Great-grandma tells of threshing day. Morton Grove, IL: Albert Whitman and Company.

Abstract:
Great Grandma tells her grandchildren of threshing day. It is a day in late June when the wheat is harvested. The men harvest the wheat while the women cook a hearty meal. This was always an exciting day for grandma and her brother. Threshing day was a day she will never forget.

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

Keywords: [Accomplishment] [Animals] [Bath] [Bedtime] [Beverage] [Chicken] [Cooperation] [Cow] [Family] [Farm] [Food] [Grandparents] [Hard Work] [Horse] [Machines] [Memories] [Nutrition] [Parents] [Seasons] [Siblings] [Storytelling] [Summer] [Verbal Communication]

7. Davis, Katie (1999). I hate to go to bed!. Singapore: Harcourt Brace & Company.

Abstract:
This little girl hates to go to bed because she knows she is missing a party. But she still comes up with plenty of ways to make it to the party before it's over.

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

Keywords: [Bath] [Bedtime] [Books] [Boredom] [Colors] [Communication] [Creativity] [Critical Thinking] [Curiosity] [Determination] [Disappointment] [Discovery] [Disobedience] [Dreams] [Goal Setting] [Imagination] [Parents] [Party] [Preparation] [Reading] [Sleep] [Teeth]

8. 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]

9. Ford, Miela (1994). Little elephant. New York: Greenwillow Books.

Abstract:
An elephant frolics in the water while his loving mother looks on. Hugs feel great too.

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

Keywords: [Animals] [Bath] [Elephant] [Games] [Love] [Persistence]

10. Guettier, Benedicte (1999). My father who has 10 children. Ney York: Dial Books for Young Readers.

Abstract:
A devoted father works hard to take care of his ten children day and night. He decides to get away and sail around the world, until he realizes something is missing and returns home.

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

Keywords: [Bath] [Bedtime] [Boat] [Car] [Child Care] [Clothing] [Cooking] [Counting] [Family] [Fishing] [Food] [Grandparents] [Numbers] [Parents] [Relaxation] [School] [Sleep] [Stress Management] [Transportation]

11. Harper, Isabelle (1994). My dog rosie. New York: The Blue Sky Press.

Abstract:
When Isabelle's grandpa goes to work, she takes care of his dog Rosie. Isabelle does everything for Rosie -- feeds him, plays with him, and even bathes him. Isabelle loves to take care of Rosie!

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

Keywords: [Animals] [Bath] [Dog] [Feelings] [Happiness] [Helping] [Hygiene] [Pets] [Play] [Responsibilities]

12. Heilbroner, Joan (1962). This is the house where jack lives. New York: Harper & Row.

Abstract:
While Jack takes a bath he does not realize what is going on downstairs.

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

Keywords: [Adventures] [Bath] [Cleanliness] [Hygiene] [Shelter]

13. Henkes, Kevin (2000). Wemberly worried. Minneapolis: Greenwillow Books.

Abstract:
A young mouse named Wemberky worries about everything. Now she faces her biggest worry, the first day of school. Find out what Wemberly will do with so many worries to worry about!

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

Keywords: [Acceptance] [Animals] [Bath] [Bedtime] [Birthday] [Body Parts] [Butterfly] [Car] [Change] [Confidence] [Conflict Resolution] [Dolls] [Emotions] [Encouragement] [Family] [Feelings] [Friendship] [Grandparents] [Halloween] [Happiness] [Holidays] [Imagination] [Mouse] [Noise] [Parents] [Party] [Playground] [Playing] [Rabbit] [Relief] [School] [Self Esteem] [Shyness] [Stress Management] [Verbal Communication] [Worry]

14. Hoban, Lillian (1976). Arthur's pen pal. New York: HarperCollins.

Abstract:
Arthur longs to be his pen pal's big brother, so they can wrestle and do karate. He does not like having to jump rope with his little sister. But one day, he learns something very surprising about his pen pal.

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

Keywords: [Acceptance] [Activities] [Aggression] [Animals] [Assertiveness] [Bath] [Bedtime] [Child Care] [Chimpanzee] [Communication] [Conflict Resolution] [Correspondence] [Differences] [Family] [Fight] [Games] [Karate] [Mischief] [Monkey] [Nonverbal Communication] [Play] [Self Confidence] [Self Esteem] [Siblings] [Skills] [Sports] [Stereotypes] [Verbal Communication] [Violence] [Writing]

15. Hoberman, Mary Ann (2000). The eensy-weensy spider. Boston, MA: Little.

Abstract:
Travel beyond the waterspout -- out into the garden, pond, brook, shoe store, and even the park with this determined spring-loving spider. Sing the all-time classic tune or just read with rhythm!This book will catch you in its colorful web and keep you on your toes as you advance beyond the traditional limits.

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

Keywords: [Acceptance] [Accidents] [Accomplishment] [Activities] [Adventures] [Affection] [Amphibians] [Anticipation] [Baby] [Bath] [Bedtime] [Beetle] [Birds] [Bodies Of Water] [Body Parts] [Brook] [Bully] [Butterfly] [Caring] [Caterpillar] [Change] [Climbing] [Clothing] [Colors] [Community] [Companion] [Compromise] [Confidence] [Conflict Resolution] [Cooperation] [Counting] [Courage] [Curiosity] [Cycle] [Dancing] [Decision Making] [Determination] [Direction] [Discovery] [Dragonfly] [Duck] [Environment] [Exercise] [Family] [Fish] [Flowers] [Frog] [Fun] [Garden] [Grasshopper] [Injury] [Insects] [Instruments] [Language] [Morning] [Moving] [Music] [Nature] [Numbers] [Parade] [Parents] [Park] [Plants] [Pond] [Practice] [Rain] [Rhyme] [Routine] [Seasons] [Sharing] [Shopping] [Skipping] [Sleep] [Song] [Spider] [Spring] [Success] [Sun] [Swimming] [Travel] [Verbal Communication] [Walking] [Weather] [Worm]

16. Howe, James (2004). Kaddish for grandpa in Jesus' name amen. New York: Antheneum Booksfor Young Readers.

Abstract:
A young girl finds her own spirituality while observing the differing social customs of her Jewish and Christian relatives following her grandfather's sudden death. She interacts with her family to remember her grandfather in special ways at home, at church, and before bed.

Susan Baker-Gillette, 2006 for the Children's Picture Book Database at Miami University.

Keywords: [Aging] [Angel] [Art] [Baby] [Bath] [Bedtime] [Behavior] [Church] [Dancing] [Emotions] [Exercise] [Family] [Feelings] [Food] [Grandparents] [Grief] [Hebrew] [Hygiene] [Jewish] [Multicultural] [Mythical] [Parents] [Sadness]

17. Ipcizade, Catherine (2008). 'Twas the day before zoo day. Mount Pleasant, SC: Sylvan Dell Publishing.

Abstract:
An adaptation of the classic, 'Twas the Night Before Christmas, a zoo prepares for "Zoo Day." But things aren't going according to plan. The llamas won't quit spitting, the giraffes are drooling, and the zebras aren't happy at all with their stripes. Meanwhile, the zookeepers scurry this way and that, clean up poop, ring mealtime bells, and try to get the animals bathed. Does it all work? Will the zookeeper end up spending the night at the zoo? Will "Zoo Day" go off without a hitch, or will the dancing monkeys take over?

Abstract provided by Sylvan Dell Publishing, 2008 for the Children's Picture Book Database at Miami University.

Keywords: [Alligator] [Animals] [Author's Note] [Bath] [Bear] [Bee] [Birds] [Cleanliness] [Dancing] [Elephant] [Flamingo] [Giraffe] [Gorilla] [Insects] [Laziness] [Lion] [Llama] [Monkey] [Mouse] [Preparation] [Reptiles] [Rhinoceros] [Rhyme] [Rhythm] [Singing] [Snake] [Toucan] [Turtle] [Zebra] [Zoo]

18. Jonell, Lynne//Mathers, Petra (1997). Mommy go away. New York: G.P. Putnam's Sons.

Abstract:
Christopher is tired of his mommy telling him what to do. Christopher tells his mommy to "go away." Suddenly, mommy shrinks to the size of a toy and he sends her away on a toy boat in his bathtub. After Mommy's scary adventure, she realizes that it is rough being little.

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

Keywords: [Adventures] [Anger] [Bath] [Bedtime] [Boat] [Change] [Conflict Resolution] [Fear] [Feelings] [Hygiene] [Imagination] [Love] [Manners] [Sizes] [Toys] [Verbal Communication] [Water]

19. Kroll, Virginia (1998). Faraway drums. New York: Little, Brown and Company.

Abstract:
Jamila has the important responsibility of watching her little sister when their mom goes to work. While trying to ignore unfamiliar creepy sounds, Jamila comforts her sister and herself by recalling their grandmother's stories about their native homeland, Africa.

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

Keywords: [Africa] [African] [Animals] [Bath] [Bedtime] [Bravery] [Child Care] [Courage] [Critical Thinking] [Culture] [Decision Making] [Diversity] [Elephant] [Family] [Fear] [Five Senses] [Folktale] [Grandparents] [Hyena] [Identification] [Imagination] [Monkey] [Moving] [Multicultural] [Neighbors] [Nonverbal Communication] [Responsibilities] [Safety] [Siblings] [Siblings] [Sounds] [Storytelling] [Stress Management] [Verbal Communication] [Working Mother]

20. Kuskin, Karla (1982). The philharmonic gets dressed. New York: Harper and Row.

Abstract:
The members of the philharmonic get ready for a performance. Their routines and all the things they have to do before the concert are discussed.

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

Keywords: [Appearance] [Bath] [Clothing] [Critical Thinking] [Decision Making] [Goal Setting] [Hearing] [Listening] [Music] [Numbers] [Performance] [Preparation] [Sounds] [Verbal Communication]

21. Lawrence, Michael (1999). Baby loves. New York: DK Publishing.

Abstract:
Baby loves so many things, including Mommy and Daddy, slippers, food, rain, and bathtime. Each thing is loved more than the last. But Mommy and Daddy love baby more than anything in the world.

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

Keywords: [Animals] [Baby] [Bath] [Bedtime] [Cat] [Family] [Feelings] [Flowers] [Food] [Grandparents] [Love] [Nutrition] [Parents] [Plants] [Rain] [Sun] [Toys] [Weather]

22. Lenski, Lois (1943). Davy's day. New York: Henry Z. Walck, Inc..

Abstract:
On Davy's day, he goes through his daily routine. Davy makes choices about the things he will do during the day. Also, he takes care of himself by taking a bath on his own, dressing himself, and getting out of bed.

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

Keywords: [Bath] [Clothing] [Critical Thinking] [Decision Making] [Food] [Goal Setting] [Hygiene] [Independence] [Nutrition] [Prayer] [Reading] [Self Esteem] [Sleep]

23. Lewis, Kim (1995). My friend harry. Cambridge, MA: Candlewick Press.

Abstract:
James takes his new stuffed elephant, Harry, everywhere with him. Eventually, when Harry begins to become worn and his ears start to sag, James is old enough to start school. Being separated from a close companion like Harry will take a little more effort than James thinks.

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

Keywords: [Animals] [Bath] [Biking] [Books] [Companion] [Conflict Resolution] [Dog] [Elephant] [Exercise] [Family] [Farm] [Friendship] [Helping] [Hygiene] [Independence] [Love] [Play] [Pretend] [Reading] [School] [Separation] [Support] [Toys] [Vacation] [Verbal Communication]

24. Lindgren, Barbro (1998). Benny's had enough!. New York: R&S Books.

Abstract:
Benny the pig is tired of rules. After refusing to take a bath and pick up his toys, Benny decides he would like to live somewhere else. He soon discovers the problems of being away from home.

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

Keywords: [Anger] [Animals] [Bath] [Cleanliness] [Critical Thinking] [Decision Making] [Disappearance] [Disobedience] [Dog] [Family] [Feelings] [Homeless] [Homesickness] [Hygiene] [Independence] [Missing] [Moods] [Nonverbal Communication] [Parents] [Pig] [Technology] [Telephone]

25. Lobe, Mira (1982). Valerie and the goodnight swing. Oxford, England: Oxford University Press.

Abstract:
Little Valerie doesn't like to go to bed. After her bath, she plays in her swing and with each different hat her imagination takes her off to a new place in the world.

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

Keywords: [Adventures] [Bath] [Bedtime] [Family] [Imagination] [Parents] [Play] [Travel]
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