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1. Adams, Eric J.//Adams, Kathleen (2000). On the day his daddy left. Morton Grove, Il: Albert Whitman.

Abstract:
On the day his daddy leaves town, Danny wakes up early to write down a secret question, then he slips it into his pocket. He shows and talks about the secret question to his teacher, his mom, his friend, and even his dad. Each person tries to reassure Danny that his parent's divorce is not his fault. Danny's secret question flies away in the wind, but he still keeps asking other questions -- and he always will.

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

Keywords: [Author's Note] [Beliefs] [Bicycle] [Biking] [Change] [Conflict] [Coping] [Critical Thinking] [Divorce] [Exercise] [Family] [Feelings] [Friendship] [Guilt] [Loss] [Nonverbal Communication] [Sadness] [Stress Management] [Understanding] [Verbal Communication] [Worry]
2. Anno, Mitsumasa (1977). Anno's counting book. New York: Thomas Y. Crowell Company.

Abstract:
Daily activities in a countryside village are shown through the numbers 0 through 12

Abstract provided by Barbara Schawe, 1994 and Mary Bentley, 1995 for the Children's Picture Book Database at Miami University.

Keywords: [Autumn] [Bicycle] [Biking] [Christmas] [Community] [Counting] [Decision Making] [Goal Setting] [Holidays] [Numbers] [Seasons] [Sequence] [Shadows] [Similarities] [Snow] [Sports] [Spring] [Summer] [Transportation] [Weather] [Winter] [Witches]
3. 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]
4. Berger, Melvin (1991). Ouch!. New York: Scholastic Inc.

Abstract:
Do you wonder how your body quits bleeding when you have a cut or why the new skin under a scab is pink?A group of students finds answers to these questions when they complete their science fair project. This is a great resource for information on cuts, bleeding, and how wounds heal.

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

Keywords: [Biking] [Body Parts] [Doctor] [Exercise] [Fear] [Feelings] [Happiness] [Health] [Injury] [Jumping] [Music] [Nurse] [Parents] [Playground] [Running] [Sadness] [School] [Science]
5. Blake, Quentin (1987). Mrs. armitage on wheels. New York: Alfred A. Knopf, Inc..

Abstract:
Mrs. Armitage starts out with just a bike, but ends up with a "one of a kind" contraption!After a great deal of additions and improvements, Mrs. Armitage's bike can't take any more. She is forced to "junk" the bike and start over with roller skates.

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

Keywords: [Animals] [Bicycle] [Biking] [Creativity] [Critical Thinking] [Decision Making] [Dog] [Exercise] [Inventions] [Skating] [Travel]
6. Blance, Ellen // Cook, Ann (1976). Monster and the toy sale. Los Angeles, CA: Bowmar/Noble Publishers, Inc.

Abstract:
Monster and the little boy see an ad in the newspaper that reads “TOY SALE TODAY!” Together, they bicycle to the store. On their journey, they are very helpful to others. Monster and the little boy serve as policemen to direct traffic, and as mangers at the toy store. They are so busy that they run out of time to shop for their own toys. Everyone is grateful for their unselfish behavior.

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

Keywords: [Anger] [Assertiveness] [Bicycle] [Biking] [Car] [Careers] [Colors] [Community] [Conflict Resolution] [Critical Thinking] [Crowd] [Decision Making] [Feelings] [Goal Setting] [Happiness] [Height] [Helping] [Lost] [Money] [Monsters] [Newspaper] [Nonverbal Communication] [Reading] [Sadness] [Stress Management] [Teamwork] [Transportation] [Umbrella] [Unselfish] [Verbal Communication] [Worry]
7. Branner, Toni Tickel (1997). Wilby's fitness book. Dubuque, IA: Kendall","Hunt Publishing Company.

Abstract:
Learn to exercise, stretch, eat well, and feel good about yourself with Wilby. He instructs you on how to be healthy through rhymes.

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

Keywords: [Appearance] [Biking] [Confidence] [Dancing] [Differences] [Encouragement] [Exercise] [Feelings] [Food] [Friendship] [Fun] [Happiness] [Individuality] [Jumping] [Nutrition] [Playing] [Running] [Self Esteem] [Skating] [Swimming] [Walking]
8. 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]
9. Burleigh, Robert (2000). Messenger, messenger. New York: Antheneum Books for Young Readers.

Abstract:
Being a bicycle messenger in a big city is a rigorous job, but someone has to do it. The messenger wakes early and works late to deliver the proper messages to their appropriate places. Nothing can stop him, not rain, snow, or distractions of others.

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

Keywords: [African American] [Assertiveness] [Bicycle] [Biking] [Careers] [Cold] [Community] [Critical Thinking] [Day] [Dedication] [Discipline] [Exercise] [Food] [Goal Setting] [Hard Work] [Loyalty] [Morning] [Multicultural] [Night] [Radio] [Rain] [Refusal Skills] [Responsibilities] [Rhyme] [Rhythm] [Routine] [Snow] [Sun] [Technology] [Time] [Weather] [Wind] [Work]
10. Calmenson, Stephanie//Cole, Joanna (1997). Rockin' reptiles. New York: William Morrow & Company.

Abstract:
Allie the Alligator is a typical young girl. She and her two girlfriends have lots of fun together playing games and dressing up. The three of them will do anything to be able to go to the Rockin Reptiles concert, their favorite band. There's a catch though -- only two can go.

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

Keywords: [Alligator] [Basketball] [Bias] [Biking] [Boat] [Boat] [Challenges] [Competition] [Conflict Resolution] [Cooking] [Dancing] [Dedication] [Exercise] [Family] [Friendship] [Fun] [Games] [Humor] [Jumping] [Moving] [Music] [Neighbors] [Peer Resistance] [Play] [Relationship] [Reptiles] [Selfishness] [Song] [Sports] [Technology] [Telephone] [Verbal Communication]
11. Carlson, Nancy (1987). Bunnies and their sports. New York: Viking Krestel.

Abstract:
After a good night's rest, bunnies participate in a variety of sports such as swimming, basketball, weight-lifting, tennis, or jogging.

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

Keywords: [Animals] [Baseball] [Basketball] [Biking] [Climbing] [Exercise] [Football] [Rabbit] [Running] [Skating] [Skiing] [Soccer] [Sports] [Swimming]
12. Crawford, Ron (1993). Bike. New York: Green Tiger Press.

Abstract:
A little girl wants a bike for Christmas REALLY BAD!She dreams about riding her new bike. Christmas morning comes, and she thinks about her new bike as she opens her other presents. She thinks she is not getting it until, finally, her parents open the closet door to show her the best present ever.

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

Keywords: [Anticipation] [Bicycle] [Biking] [Christmas] [Excitement] [Exercise] [Feelings] [Holidays] [Love] [Parents] [Presents]
13. Crews, Donald (1985). Bicycle race. New York: Greenwillow Books.

Abstract:
There are 12 bikers competing in the bicycle race. Who will win this exciting road race?Practice counting your numbers during this exercise experience!

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

Keywords: [Bicycle] [Biking] [Colors] [Competition] [Counting] [Determination] [Exercise] [Numbers] [Sports]
14. Curtis, Carolyn (2004). I took the moon for a walk. Cambridge, MA: Barefoot Books, Inc..

Abstract:
A young boy takes the moon for a walk and discovers the mysteries of the night. As he walks along he admires the bright refletion of the moon on the water and the changes that take place with the animals, the town and the environment. Hw then returns home to a restful sleep while the moon continues to shine brightly.

Pamela Theurer, 2006 for the Children's Picture Book Database at Miami University.

Keywords: [Adventures] [Animals] [Biking] [Birds] [Bodies Of Water] [Bridge] [Church] [Community] [Cow] [Dog] [Feelings] [Imagination] [Insects] [Ladybug] [Moon] [Moth] [Multicultural] [Night] [Owl] [Park] [Playground] [Rhyme] [Sleep] [Snail] [Walking] [Worm]
15. Fox, Mem (2004). Where is the green sheep?. Orlando: Harcourt, Inc..

Abstract:
Sheep of many sizes, shapes and colors are busy doing many things. They are playing, sleeping, working, eating, bathing and reading just to name a few. But there is a problem to be solved. Where is the green sheep?

Tara Menke, 2006 for the Children's Picture Book Database at Miami University.

Keywords: [Animals] [Bicycle] [Biking] [Birthday] [Boat] [Bodies Of Water] [Car] [Diving] [Exercise] [Feelings] [Fishing] [Food] [Happiness] [Holidays] [Juggling] [Mythical] [Ocean] [Playground] [Pond] [Pool] [Rain] [Sadness] [Sheep] [Skateboarding] [Skiing] [Sports] [Sun] [Superstition] [Surfing] [Swimming] [Swinging] [Train] [Transportation] [Weather] [Wind]
16. Gelman, Rita Golden (1977). More spaghetti, I say!. New York: Scholastic Inc.

Abstract:
Minnie is too busy eating spaghetti in various ways in different places to play with Freddy.

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

Keywords: [Animals] [Biking] [Exercise] [Food] [Friendship] [Jumping] [Monkey] [Nutrition] [Play] [Rhyme] [Running] [Transportation] [Truck]
17. Halpern, Shari (1995). What shall we do when we all go out?. New York: North South Books.

Abstract:
What shall we do when we all go out to play?Sing along as children choose many activities to throughout the day. Children ride bikes, fly kites, somersault, seesaw, run, eat, and much more.

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

Keywords: [Activities] [Animals] [Biking] [Birds] [Climbing] [Dog] [Duck] [Exercise] [Food] [Fun] [Gymnastics] [Kite] [Music] [Nonverbal Communication] [Nutrition] [Play] [Playground] [Running] [Song] [Sports] [Verbal Communication]
18. Holabird, Katharine (1989). Angelina's birthday surprise. New York: Clarkson N. Potter, Inc..

Abstract:
Angelina breaks her bicycle while riding with Alice. She works hard to earn money for a new bike. She gets a bike for her birthday because of her hard work.

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

Keywords: [Bicycle] [Biking] [Birthday] [Conflict Resolution] [Critical Thinking] [Decision Making] [Dedication] [Exercise] [Goal Setting] [Hard Work] [Nonverbal Communication] [Persistence] [Presents] [Stress Management] [Teamwork] [Verbal Communication]
19. Holloway, Tsubakiyama Margaret (1999). Mei-mei loves the morning. Morton Grove, IL: Albert Whitman & Company.

Abstract:
Join in the adventure as Mei-mei and her grandfather enjoy the morning in a big city in China. Along the busy streets, they ride on a bicycle through the round moon gate to the park to meet friends. While at the park, they hang their songbird's cage, practice tai-chi, and drink tea before they peddle home.

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

Keywords: [Activities] [Animals] [Asian] [Beverage] [Bicycle] [Biking] [Birds] [China] [Chinese] [Contentment] [Culture] [Customs] [Exercise] [Family] [Food] [Generations] [Grandparents] [Happiness] [Morning] [Multicultural] [Nonverbal Communication] [Nutrition] [Park] [Pig] [Transportation]
20. Hru, Dakari (1996). The magic moonberry jump ropes. New York: Dial Books for Young Readers.

Abstract:
April and Erica love to Double Dutch, but they have no friends to Double Dutch with. When their Uncle Zambezi returns from a trip to Tanzania, he gives the girls a jump rope that will grant wishes because it is made from magic moonberries. The girls Double Dutch and wish for two new friends to arrive. Suddenly, a moving van pulls up, and a family with a boy and girl moves in across the street.

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

Keywords: [African American] [Author's Note] [Bicycle] [Biking] [Colors] [Exercise] [Family] [Friendship] [Jumping] [Karate] [Language] [Multicultural] [Neighbors] [Neighbors] [Plants] [Play] [Rhyme] [Siblings] [Skating] [Wish]
21. Hurwitz, Johanna (1985). Russell rides again. New York: William Morrow and Co..

Abstract:
There are six stories in this book. Russel is entering kindergarten. On the first day of school, he plays a joke on his teacher. Russel, the adventureous and creative lad that he is, makes up stories and learns how to ride his bike.

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

Keywords: [Animals] [Bear] [Biking] [Birthday] [Conflict Resolution] [Decision Making] [Exercise] [Family] [Food] [Holidays] [School] [Siblings]
22. Koller, Jackie French (1999). One monkey too many. New York: Scholastic Inc.

Abstract:
When one monkey too many jumps on a bike, trouble is right around the corner. Only two monkeys on the golf cart at once!Add three more monkeys and disaster strikes. These monkeys need help at a restaurant, going to bed, and illustrating this book!

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

Keywords: [Animals] [Art] [Bedtime] [Beverage] [Bicycle] [Biking] [Boat] [Bodies Of Water] [Books] [Counting] [Decision Making] [Exercise] [Food] [Golf] [Lake] [Mischief] [Monkey] [Restaurant] [Rules] [Safety] [Sports] [Transportation]
23. Lent, Blair (1964). Pistachio. Boston: Little Browm and Company .

Abstract:
Pistachio, a green cow, can ride a bicycle, walk the tightrope, and dance. Her owner, Waldo, hopes to join a circus but the circus owner is not interested in cows until his tent his empty because everyone is watching Pistochio. Waldo and Pistachio are then allowed to join the circus.

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

Keywords: [Animals] [Biking] [Careers] [Circus] [Companion] [Conflict Resolution] [Cow] [Dancing] [Exercise] [Friendship] [Goal Setting] [Pets] [Success]
24. 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]
25. Milgrim, David (1997). Here in space. : Bridgewater.

Abstract:
A boy sets out for an adventure on his bike. As he travels around, he discovers many strange wonders about planet Earth. But his biggest discovery of all is that we are all living in outer space.

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

Keywords: [Adventures] [Adventures] [Bicycle] [Biking] [Critical Thinking] [Discovery] [Exercise] [Imagination] [Planet] [Technology] [Travel] [Understanding] [Verbal Communication]
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