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1. Adoff, Arnold (1988). Flamboyan. New York: Harcourt Brace Jovanovich.

Abstract:
A little girl is named Flamboyan after a tree that is the color of her hair. One day, she imagines she is flying over her city, and she tells of all that she would see.

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

Keywords: [Body Image] [Conflict Resolution] [Dreams] [Goal Setting] [Imagination] [Self Esteem] [Travel]
2. Agell, Charlotte (1994). Dancing feet. New York: Gulliver Books .

Abstract:
Diversity in the world is shown through rhythmical lyrics and warm pictures. It also includes the names of major body parts and functions.

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

Keywords: [Acceptance] [African] [Asian] [Body Image] [Body Parts] [Community] [Dancing] [Diversity] [Equality] [Exercise] [Family] [Food] [Friendship] [Multicultural] [Poetry] [Rhyme] [Walking]
3. Asch, Frank (1985). Bear's bargain. Englewood Cliffs, NJ: Prentice Hall.

Abstract:
Bear wishes he could fly like Little Bird, and Little Bird wants to be big and strong like Bear. Both of them got their wishes fulfilled in a very creative and imaginative way.

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

Keywords: [Acceptance] [Animals] [Bear] [Birds] [Body Image] [Cooperation] [Creativity] [Creativity] [Critical Thinking] [Imagination] [Nonverbal Communication] [Self Esteem]
4. Benson, Patrick (1990). Little penguin. New York: Philomel Books.

Abstract:
Pip is a three-year old penguin. She is much smaller than some of the other penguins that are three years old, and this worries her. Eventually,she realizes that size does not matter because friendship goes beyond appearance.

Abstract provided by Kelly Shiefley and Chris Tillman, 1994 for the Children's Picture Book Database at Miami University.

Keywords: [Animals] [Body Image] [Equality] [Feelings] [Friendship] [Growing Up] [Penguin] [Self Esteem]
5. Berenzy, Alix (1989). A frog prince. New York: Henry Holt and Co..

Abstract:
This is a life lesson concerning "love is in the eyes of the beholder". This story show how love turned a common frog into a prince.

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

Keywords: [Amphibians] [Assertiveness] [Beauty] [Body Image] [Conflict Resolution] [Decision Making] [Fable] [Fantasy] [Frog] [Goal Setting] [Love] [Nonverbal Communication] [Peer Resistance] [Refusal Skills] [Self Esteem] [Verbal Communication]
6. Blance, E. & Cook, A. (1976). Monster and the mural. Los Angeles, CA: Bowmar Noble Publishers, Inc..

Abstract:
Monster has a new-found hobby; painting! His inspired friends crowd into his house to try painting too. In order to avoid a mess, Monster invites his friends to go outside and paint an old brown wall in the city. Together, they create a beautiful mural of a park. It is eye-catching and makes everyone in the community happy!

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

Keywords: [Appearance] [Art] [Body Image] [Careers] [Colors] [Community] [Cooperation] [Feelings] [Friendship] [Happiness] [Hobby] [Monsters] [Museum] [Teamwork]
7. Bornstein, Ruth (1977). The dream of the little elephant. New York: Seabury Press.

Abstract:
A little green elephant finds himself out of place among a herd of large gray elephants. He sets off in search of a "belonging place." Finally he finds one.

Abstract provided by Dana Linville, 1994 and Kelly A. Doren, 1995 for the Children's Picture Book Database at Miami University.

Keywords: [Animals] [Appearance] [Assertiveness] [Body Image] [Dreams] [Elephant] [Individuality] [Self Esteem] [Uniqueness]
8. Brandenburg, Franz (1985). Otto is different. New York: Greenwillow Books.

Abstract:
Otto is sad because he is an octopus and has eight arms. He feels different from everyone else. He learns that eight arms are better than two and that it is okay to be different.

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

Keywords: [Assertiveness] [Body Image] [Conflict Resolution] [Critical Thinking] [Differences] [Fish] [Octopus] [Self Esteem]
9. Briggs, Raymond (1970). Jim and the beanstalk. New York: Coward, McCann & Geoghegan, Inc..

Abstract:
As a sequel to Jack and the Beanstalk, Jim visits the giant who has poor eyesight, no hair and no teeth. Jim eventually takes the giant glasses, false teeth, wig, and gold coins. In the end, they become good friends.

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

Keywords: [Aging] [Body Image] [Conflict Resolution] [Friendship] [Giants] [Kindness] [Mythical] [Teeth] [Verbal Communication] [Vision]
10. Browne, Anthony (1984). Willy the wimp. New York: Alfred A. Knopf.

Abstract:
Willy is called "Willy the Wimp" by the local gorilla gang. One day he sees an ad in his comic book on how to stop being a wimp. He starts exercising, eating healthy, and lifting weights to the point where the gorilla gang becomes afraid of Willy.

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

Keywords: [Animals] [Assertiveness] [Body Image] [Bully] [Conflict Resolution] [Exercise] [Goal Setting] [Gorilla] [Growing Up] [Health] [Running] [Self Esteem]
11. Brown, Marc (1979). Arthur's eyes. Boston: Little, Brown & Co..

Abstract:
Arthur's friends tease him when he gets glasses. Soon, other children get glasses and Arthur learns to wear his with pride.

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

Keywords: [Body Image] [Change] [Conflict Resolution] [Decision Making] [Differences] [Five Senses] [Friendship] [Growing Up] [Nonverbal Communication] [Pride] [Self Esteem] [Teasing] [Verbal Communication] [Vision]
12. Buckley, Helen E.//Eagle, Eleen (1985). Someday with my father. New York: Harper & Row Publishers.

Abstract:
A little girl has many dreams of things she would like to do with her father. She is not able to do them because she has a broken leg. She will have fun when the cast comes off.

Abstract provided by Devin Stoutenborough and Jenny Davis, 1994 for the Children's Picture Book Database at Miami University.

Keywords: [Body Image] [Bones] [Coping] [Dreams] [Family] [Feelings] [Fishing] [Goal Setting] [Illness] [Injury] [Parents] [Recreation] [Self Esteem] [Support]
13. 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]
14. Caudill, Rebecca (1962). The best-loved doll. New York: Holt, Rinehart and Winston.

Abstract:
Betsy is invited to a party and can bring one doll. The doll should be dressed well, do something, or be old. Instead of taking one of these dolls, Betsy took Jennifer. Although Jennifer did not fit the party requirements, she was awarded a medal for being the best-loved doll at the party.

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

Keywords: [Body Image] [Conflict Resolution] [Decision Making] [Dolls] [Love] [Party] [Play]
15. de Vries, Anke (2002). Grey mouse. Asheville, NC: Hand Print.

Abstract:
Grey Mouse is feeling lonely, so she decides to change her color in order to feel better about herself. However, all of the other animals laugh at her each time she does this. She finally realizes that she is happiest with her natural grey color when she finds other mice friends that look like her.

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

Keywords: [Acceptance] [Amphibians] [Animals] [Appearance] [Art] [Bee] [Birds] [Body Image] [Boredom] [Change] [Colors] [Critical Thinking] [Differences] [Feelings] [Flowers] [Frog] [Goal Setting] [Goose] [Happiness] [Identity] [Images] [Insects] [Insecurity] [Ladybug] [Loneliness] [Mouse] [Nonverbal Communication] [Racism] [Sadness] [Self Confidence] [Self Esteem] [Zebra]
16. Drescher, Henrik (1982). The strange appearance of howard cranebill jr.. New York: Lothrop, Lee & Shepard.

Abstract:
Mr. and Mrs. Cranebill found a basket on their doorstep with a baby in it. The baby had an unusually long nose. After some time, the baby turned into a stork and flew away.

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

Keywords: [Acceptance] [Animals] [Baby] [Birds] [Body Image] [Change] [Differences] [Growing Up] [Multicultural] [Mythical] [Storks]
17. Duvoisin, Roger (1953). Petunia takes a trip. New York: Alfred A. Knopf.

Abstract:
Petunia realizes she is too heavy to fly so she starts doing calisthenics to get into shape. When she does fly, she gets blown into the city and she sees how small she is in proportion to other things. She misses her home and takes a train back there.

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

Keywords: [Birds] [Body Image] [Conflict Resolution] [Coping] [Curiosity] [Exercise] [Feelings] [Goose] [Jumping] [Self Esteem] [Sizes] [Stress Management] [Transportation] [Travel]
18. Freeman, Don (1955). Mop top. New York: Viking.

Abstract:
Marty would rather play then get his hair cut. However, if he wants a birthday party, he has to get his hair cut. He has many adventures on his way to the barber.

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

Keywords: [Adventures] [Birthday] [Body Image] [Conflict Resolution] [Decision Making] [Holidays] [Party] [Play] [Responsibilities] [Self Esteem]
19. Gackenbach, Dick (1984). Poppy the panda. New York: Tickner & Fields.

Abstract:
A little girl's panda, Poppy, would not got to bed until it had something to wear like the other stuffed animals. The little girl could not satisfy the bear. Her mother tied a bow around his neck to make him happy and he went to bed.

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

Keywords: [Animals] [Bear] [Body Image] [Clothing] [Conflict Resolution] [Creativity] [Critical Thinking] [Decision Making] [Feelings] [Imagination] [Sleep]
20. Garrison, Christian (1976). Flim and flam and the big cheese. Scarsdale, NY: Bradbury Press.

Abstract:
Two brothers, one fat and one thin, live together. Flam eats all the food and leaves nothing for Flim. So Flim decides to trick Flam into drinking the pond by placing a piece of cheese in the middle of it. Flam drinks the whole pond not realizing the cheese was the reflection of the moon. When Flam cannot move, Flim eats a very satisfying meal.

Abstract provided by Kirsten Rose and Amy Piscotty, 1994 for the Children's Picture Book Database at Miami University.

Keywords: [Assertiveness] [Beverage] [Bodies Of Water] [Body Image] [Conflict Resolution] [Decision Making] [Family] [Food] [Greed] [Nutrition] [Pond] [Self Esteem] [Siblings]
21. Greenfield, Eloise (1991). Big friend, little friend. Village Station, NY: Writers and Readers Publishing, Inc..

Abstract:
Three African American children show their friendship for one another in different ways as each child has different interests according to their age (A Board Book)

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

Keywords: [Activities] [African American] [Body Image] [Caring] [Differences] [Friendship] [Health] [Kindness] [Multicultural] [Play] [Sizes]
22. Hamilton, Virginia (1980). Jahdu. New York: Greenwillow Books.

Abstract:
Jahdu uses creativity to outwit his shadow in order to recover his magic dust.

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

Keywords: [Assertiveness] [Body Image] [Creativity] [Critical Thinking] [Decision Making] [Goal Setting] [Magic] [Shadows] [Verbal Communication]
23. Hamm, Diane Johnston (1987). Grandma drives a motor bed. Niles, IL: Albert Whitman & Co..

Abstract:
Josh's grandmother has to stay in a motorized bed because her legs "don't work". Josh enjoys visiting her because she is very lively and as active as she can be.

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

Keywords: [Acceptance] [Body Image] [Caring] [Challenges] [Coping] [Critical Thinking] [Family] [Grandparents] [Handicap] [Helping] [Illness] [Perspective] [Self Esteem]
24. Herron, Carolivia (1997). Nappy hair. New York: Alfred A. Knopf.

Abstract:
Brenda has nappy hair all over her head. Her Uncle Mordecai tells the story that God gave Brendy nappy hair even though the angels tried to talk him out of it. Brenda is special, because God created the only perfect circle in nature in one nap of her hair.

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

Keywords: [African American] [Angel] [Assertiveness] [Body Image] [Body Parts] [Celebration] [Family] [Feelings] [God] [Multicultural] [Nonverbal Communication] [Pride] [Self Esteem] [Storytelling] [Uniqueness]
25. Howe, James (1987). I wish I were a butterfly. Orlando, Florida: Harcourt Brace and Co..

Abstract:
A little cricket is sad and wishes to be a beautiful butterfly. Through talking to an older cricket, the littlest cricket soon realized, that he too, was beautiful.

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

Keywords: [Acceptance] [Appearance] [Beauty] [Body Image] [Cricket] [Dragonfly] [Feelings] [Happiness] [Insects] [Sadness] [Self Esteem] [Spider] [Verbal Communication]
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