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1. 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]
2. Aker, Suzanne (1990). What comes in 2's, 3's, and 4's?. New York: Simon and Schuster Inc.

Abstract:
What comes in two's?Some of the things are two pieces of bread for a sandwich, two body parts, and two wings on a bird. What comes in three's?Three wheels on a tricycle, three meals each day, and three primary colors. Can you come up with thing that comes in four's?

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

Keywords: [Airplane] [Animals] [Autumn] [Bicycle] [Body Parts] [Car] [Cat] [Colors] [Counting] [Dog] [Food] [Numbers] [Nutrition] [Seasons] [Shapes] [Spring] [Summer] [Transportation] [Wagon] [Winter]
3. Aliki (1990). My feet. New York: Harper and Row.

Abstract:
The ways that we use our feet are explained in an amusing way. Running, skipping, walking, and kicking are discussed, as well as the different parts of our feet and how we use them.

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

Keywords: [Appearance] [Body Parts] [Dancing] [Differences] [Exercise] [Family] [Health] [Jumping] [Parents] [Play] [Seasons] [Skating] [Skipping] [Summer] [Winter]
4. 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]
5. Appelt, Kathi (2002). Incredible me. New York: HarperCollins.

Abstract:
A young girl examines all the traits that make her the unique individual that she is. She talks about her body parts, feelings and different figures of speech.

Mollie Steadley, 2004 for the Children's Picture Book Database at Miami University.

Keywords: [Body Parts] [Dreams] [Hearing] [Uniqueness]
6. Arnold, Katya (2005). Elephants can paint too!. New York: Simon & Schuster.

Abstract:
Comparisons are made between human students and elephants who are learning how to paint. Photographs of elephants and their artwork are shared. Children learn that these elephants have many similarities to humans and must take part in the same learning process as them in order to achieve goals.

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

Keywords: [Animals] [Art] [Body Parts] [Colors] [Communication] [Comparisons] [Creativity] [Elephant] [Food] [Friendship] [Goal Setting] [Jungle] [Learning] [Nonverbal Communication] [Playing] [School] [Self Esteem] [Similarities] [Teaching] [Wildlife]
7. Beaumont, Karen (2004). I like myself!. Orlando, FL: Harcourt, Inc.

Abstract:
An African American girl tells about the characteristics she likes about herself and the different circumstances in which she likes herself. She is proud of herself no matter where she is or what silly things she is doing. She knows what really counts is inside her and shares this knowledge in an energetic story with imaginative illustrations.

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

Keywords: [African American] [Appreciation] [Assertiveness] [Body Parts] [Confidence] [Differences] [Feelings] [Happiness] [Individuality] [Multicultural] [Nonverbal Communication] [Rhyme] [Rhythm] [Self Confidence] [Self Esteem] [Stress Management] [Uniqueness]
8. 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]
9. Blance, Ellen & Cook, Ann (1976). Monster goes to the hospital. Los Angeles, CA: Bowmar/Noble Publishers.

Abstract:
While running in a race with his friends, Monster trips over a stick and hurts his foot. Monster's friends advise him to go to the hospital. At the hospital a lady doctor cares for Monster; which is not an easy task due to his adnormally large size. The doctor determines that his foot is sprained and with the help of the children she is able to find a suitable crutch for Monster.

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

Keywords: [Body Parts] [Doctor] [Emergency] [Exercise] [Fair] [Feelings] [Friendship] [Hospital] [Monsters] [Running] [Safety]
10. Blanchard, Arlene (1988). Sounds my feet make. New York: Random House Inc.

Abstract:
A girl's feet make different sounds depending on what shoes she wears, how she moves, and where she is.

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

Keywords: [Body Parts] [Clothing] [Exercise] [Family] [Five Senses] [Seasons] [Sounds] [Walking]
11. Blumenthal, Deborah (2001). Aunt Claire's yellow beehive hair. New York: Dial Books for Young Readers.

Abstract:
Annie, Grandma Marilyn, and Great Aunt Ruth search through family "memorabilia" as they put together an album to show to their family. While scrapbooking the many memories, Grandma Marilyn and Great Aunt Ruth share stories about makeup, clothing, jewelery, hairdos, and food. Annie learns all about the relatives she never met.

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

Keywords: [Adventures] [Affection] [Appearance] [Assertiveness] [Body Parts] [Change] [Closeness] [Collection] [Communication] [Curiosity] [Customs] [Family] [Food] [Generations] [Grief] [Helping] [Identification] [Investigation] [Listening] [Memories] [Nutrition] [Photograph] [Preparation] [Presentation] [Relationship] [Storytelling] [Traditions] [Verbal Communication]
12. Borden, Louise (1999). A. lincoln and me. New York: Scholastic Press.

Abstract:
A young boy discovers that he shares a birthday on the same day as Abraham Lincoln's. Learn how many other common characteristics a boy shares with a past president.

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

Keywords: [Appearance] [Appreciation] [Baseball] [Birthday] [Body Parts] [Books] [Bus] [Calendar] [Celebration] [Freedom] [Friendship] [History] [Individuality] [Learning] [Money] [Monuments] [Music] [Playground] [President] [Reading] [Running] [School] [Self Confidence] [Self Esteem] [Slavery] [Sports] [Teaching] [Transportation]
13. Brodsky, Beverly (2003). Buffalo. New York: Marshall Cavendish.

Abstract:
The buffalo was very important for the survival of Native Americans. Learn more in this informational book about the history and importance of the buffalo. Excerpts from Native American songs and many original paintings add an artistic dimension.

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

Keywords: [Animals] [Art] [Author's Note] [Body Parts] [Bones] [Buffalo] [Canyon] [Ceremony] [Clothing] [Conflict Resolution] [Culture] [Customs] [Food] [Hunting] [Indian] [Multicultural] [Native American] [Nonverbal Communication] [Religion] [Song] [Stress Management] [Survival] [Traditions]
14. Brown, Marc (2001). Arthur's nose. Boston/New York/London/Toronto: Little, Brown and Company.

Abstract:
Arthur does not like his nose! Although his friends and family like Arthur's nose just the way it is, he feels that it is always getting in the way and decides to get a new nose!

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

Keywords: [Aardvark] [Acceptance] [Animals] [Anticipation] [Appearance] [Author's Note] [Beauty] [Bias] [Body Parts] [Challenges] [Communication] [Confidence] [Conflict] [Conflict Resolution] [Contentment] [Critical Thinking] [Curiosity] [Decision Making] [Depression] [Determination] [Differences] [Embarrassment] [Emotions] [Encouragement] [Envy] [Family] [Feelings] [Friendship] [Frustration] [Individuality] [Insecurity] [Learning] [Nonverbal Communication] [Opinions] [Photograph] [Problem Solving] [Refusal Skills] [Relief] [Resentment] [School] [Self Confidence] [Self Esteem] [Sizes] [Support] [Uniqueness] [Verbal Communication] [Worry]
15. Brown, Margaret Wise (1998). The little scarecrow boy. New York: HarperCollins.

Abstract:
The little scarecrow boy anxiously awaits the day when he can go into the fields and frighten crows like his father does every day. As he grows and grows, he becomes even more determined to become an actual scarecrow. The day finally comes when he has to put his courage to the test.

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

Keywords: [Accomplishment] [Ambition] [Assertiveness] [Birds] [Body Parts] [Challenges] [Confidence] [Courage] [Crow] [Determination] [Family] [Farm] [Goal Setting] [Growing Up] [Nonverbal Communication] [Scarecrows]
16. Brown, Margaret Wise (1999). Another important book. New York: HarperCollins Publishers.

Abstract:
Learn about all of the important things in early childhood from ages one through six. At one, you've found your nose and discovered your toes. By five and six, you've learned some tricks.

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

Keywords: [Aging] [Baby] [Birth] [Body Parts] [Counting] [Dancing] [Exercise] [Growing Up] [Health] [Jumping] [Learning] [Numbers] [Playing] [Running] [Self Confidence] [Self Esteem] [Sequence] [Uniqueness] [Walking]
17. Bulla, Clyde Robert (1994). What makes a shadow?. New York: Scholastic Inc..

Abstract:
Where do shadows come from?They come from light!When the sun shines on something, because it can't shine through it, it leaves a dark spot from the object. This dark spot is the shadow. Even your body can cast a shadow.

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

Keywords: [Airplane] [Animals] [Body Parts] [Car] [Clouds] [Exercise] [Light] [Night] [Puppets] [Shadows] [Sun] [Transportation]
18. Campbell, Bebe Moore (2003). Sometimes my mommy gets angry. New York: G.P. Putnam's Sons.

Abstract:
When Annie wakes up in the morning, she is relieved to find her euphoric mother in the kitchen. They share a healthy breakfast, then her mother helps her get ready for school. After a fun day at school, Annie comes home to an angry and yelling mother. Annie copes by calling her grandmother to talk about her feelings. She takes care of herself and maintains a positive attitude with happy thoughts. She uses effective strategies to accept her mother’s bipolar disorder.

Abstract provided by Lisa Lynne Miller, 2006 for the Children's Picture Book Database at Miami University.

Keywords: [Acceptance] [Accomplishment] [Affection] [African American] [Anger] [Art] [Author's Note] [Behavior] [Bipolar] [Body Parts] [Caring] [Challenges] [Conflict Resolution] [Confusion] [Coping] [Crisis] [Decision Making] [Discipline] [Disobedience] [Emotions] [Empathy] [Encouragement] [Family] [Feelings] [Food] [Friendship] [Grandparents] [Happiness] [Health] [Helping] [Illness] [Independence] [Kindness] [Love] [Memory] [Misbehavior] [Moods] [Morning] [Neighbors] [Night] [Nonverbal Communication] [Parents] [Pretend] [Rain] [Rhyme] [Sadness] [School] [Stress Management] [Sun] [Support] [Sympathy] [Teaching] [Teasing] [Understanding] [Verbal Communication] [Walking] [Weather]
19. Carlson, Nancy (1996). Sit still. New York: Viking.

Abstract:
Pat knows 101 ways to sit in a chair, but he does not know how to sit still. After trying several ways to get Pat to sit still, his mom finally finds something that works. All Pat needs are things to keep him busy.

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

Keywords: [Accomplishment] [Activities] [Body Parts] [Doctor] [Exercise] [Family] [Jumping] [Nonverbal Communication] [Parents] [Recreation] [Siblings] [Verbal Communication] [Walking]
20. 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]
21. Cazet, Denys (1998). Minnie and moo go dancing. New York: DK Ink.

Abstract:
As Minnie and Moo sit watching the stars, they wish they could dance. When their wish comes true, they dress up as the farmer's twin sisters, Opal and Ruby, and attend a party at the farmer's house. They have a wonderful time at the party, but the fun ends when they are offered hamburgers. Fearing for their lives, the cows return to the barn.

Abstract provided by Tera L. Coppler, 1999 for the Children's Picture Book Database at Miami University.

Keywords: [Acceptance] [Adventures] [Animals] [Assertiveness] [Body Parts] [Clothing] [Colors] [Conflict Resolution] [Cow] [Critical Thinking] [Dancing] [Decision Making] [Disappearance] [Exercise] [Family] [Feelings] [Food] [Ghosts] [Happiness] [Nonverbal Communication] [Nutrition] [Party] [Sadness] [Self Esteem] [Siblings] [Verbal Communication] [Wish]
22. Cronin, Doreen (2005). Wiggle. New York: Simon & Schuster.

Abstract:
There are many ways to wiggle during the day. Join this dog as he wiggles from morning until night through the pages of lively rhyming text. From flipping pancakes to exploring the moon, your imagination will take you to even more ways to "get your wiggles out."

Abstract provided by Pamela Theurer for the Children's Picture Book Database at Miami University.

Keywords: [Animals] [Bedtime] [Bee] [Birds] [Body Parts] [Butterfly] [Crocodile] [Dancing] [Dog] [Exercise] [Fish] [Grasshopper] [Imagination] [Insects] [Moon] [Mouse] [Music] [Polar Bear] [Rhyme] [Shadows] [Sleep] [Snake] [Time]
23. Cuneo, Diane (1999). Mary louise loses her manners. New York: Random House, Inc.

Abstract:
Mary Louise loses her manners during breakfast one day and goes on a journey to find them all around town. Through the journey, the importance of manners becomes a reality for Mary Louise while at the restaurant, doctor's office, and library.

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

Keywords: [Behavior] [Body Parts] [Careers] [Conflict Resolution] [Critical Thinking] [Exercise] [Family] [Five Senses] [Goal Setting] [Library] [Listening] [Manners] [Nonverbal Communication] [Parents] [Restaurant] [Siblings] [Sleep] [Verbal Communication]
24. Cushman, Doug (1996). The mystery of king karfu. New York: HarperCollins.

Abstract:
The great detective Seymour Sleuth and his assistant travel to Egypt in search of a missing stone chicken, part of the lost treasure of King Karfu. They explore many clues and take photographs.

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

Keywords: [Animals] [Art] [Body Parts] [Camel] [Careers] [Crime] [Exploration] [Food] [Geography] [Language] [Mystery] [Nutrition] [Photograph] [Pig] [Recipe] [Ship] [Symbols] [Transportation] [Travel]
25. Davison, Martine (1992). Maggie and the emergency room. New York: Random House.

Abstract:
On a bike ride with her friends, Rita hits a tree root and flips over her handelbars. Maggie's mother takes Maggie and Binky (her favorite stuffed animal) to the hospital. Maggie learns all about x-rays, stitches, and other emergency techniques.

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

Keywords: [Accidents] [Bicycle] [Body Parts] [Doctor] [Emergency] [Family] [Fear] [Feelings] [Friendship] [Happiness] [Hospital] [Injury] [Medicine] [Nonverbal Communication] [Sadness] [Safety] [Stress Management] [Verbal Communication]
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