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1. Ackerman, Karen (1994). By the dawn's early light. New York: Macmillan.

Abstract:
Rachel and Josh's mother works the graveyard shift at the factory. The children play with their Nana and she helps them with their homework then gets them ready for bed. They share a special time with their mom in the morning before school, cherishing their time with her by the dawn's early light.

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

Keywords: [Careers] [Caring] [Child Care] [Family] [Grandparents] [Hard Work] [Love] [Nonverbal Communication] [Parents] [Siblings] [Stress Management] [Verbal Communication] [Working Mother]

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2. Adams, Adrienne (1972). The christmas party. New York: Aladdin.

Abstract:
The Abbott's are Easter egg painters. Their son, Orson, is talked into having a Christmas party for all the neighboring young rabbits. Everyone pitches in to help and the party is a huge success.

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

Keywords: [Animals] [Art] [Assertiveness] [Careers] [Christmas] [Decision Making] [Goal Setting] [Helping] [Holidays] [Neighbors] [Party] [Rabbit] [Sharing] [Teamwork]

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3. Agee, John (2003). Z goes home. Belgium: Library of Congress.

Abstract:
The letter Z leaves his job of making the word "zoo." Along the way he passes other letters forming their words until he goes through the entire alphabet.

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

Keywords: [Alien] [Alphabet] [Architecture] [Bodies Of Water] [Careers] [Glossary] [Karate] [Mythical] [Ocean] [River] [Running] [Sequence] [Shapes] [Sports]

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4. Agee, Jon (2001). Milo's hat trick. New York: Hyperion Books for Children.

Abstract:
Milo the magician had one more chance to pull a rabbit out of his hat or else he would be fired. While searching for a rabbit, he finds a bear. The bear is able to pretend his bones are made of rubber and agrees to jump out of Milo's hat. The show is a huge success until the bear becomes tired. Milo wonders what he will do until he realizes that he too can pretend his bones are made of rubber.

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

Keywords: [Anger] [Animals] [Bear] [Bones] [Careers] [Clothing] [Disappearance] [Disappointment] [Entertainment] [Helping] [Magic] [Missing] [Performance] [Pretend] [Rabbit] [Restaurant] [Taxi] [Train] [Transportation]

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5. Agee, Jon (1988). The incredible painting of felix closseau. New York: Farrar, Straus & Giroux.

Abstract:
A man's paintings come to life. This causes some people problems, so he is imprisoned. When one of his paintings helps the king, so he is released.

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

Keywords: [Art] [Careers] [Conflict Resolution] [Coping] [Royalty] [Self Esteem] [Verbal Communication]

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6. Ahlberg, Janet//Ahlberg, Allan (1986). The jolly postman or other people's letters. Boston: Little Brown and Company.

Abstract:
This postman delivers mail to all of your favorite fairy tale characters. From the Three Bears to Cinderella, the jolly postman keeps them all in touch with their friends through letters.

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

Keywords: [Animals] [Bear] [Careers] [Correspondence] [Friendship] [Party] [Wolf]

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7. 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]

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8. Alexander, Lloyd (1992). The fortune tellers. New York: Dutton Children's Books.

Abstract:
A carpenter who is unhappy with his life, goes to a fortune teller. The fortune teller tells him that he will be rich and famous. The carpenter does become rich and famous by becoming a fortune teller himself.

Abstract provided by Joanne Hannaway and Anne Goehring, 1994 for the Children's Picture Book Database at Miami University.

Keywords: [Assertiveness] [Careers] [Conflict Resolution] [Coping] [Decision Making] [Dreams] [Fantasy] [Feelings] [Goal Setting] [Sadness] [Verbal Communication]

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9. Alexander, Lloyd (1972). The four donkeys. New York: Holt, Rinehart and Winston.

Abstract:
The Baker, Shoemaker, and Tailor all wanted to go to the fair to sell their goods, but had trouble making it there. After their donkey collapsed, they had to pull the cart. They were all rude to each other, but when they were all faced with the same problem they figured out a helpful solution.

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

Keywords: [Careers] [Conflict Resolution] [Coping] [Decision Making] [Goal Setting] [Greed] [Teamwork]

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10. Allen, Debbie (1999). Brothers of the knight. New York: Scholastic Inc.

Abstract:
Twelve brothers magically disappear every night even though their door is locked. Their father hires a housekeeper to figure out the mystery of his boys. She learns to listen, which turns out to be more powerful than simply solving a mystery.

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

Keywords: [African American] [Bedtime] [Careers] [Church] [Conflict Resolution] [Dancing] [Deception] [Exercise] [Family] [Generations] [Hard Work] [Magic] [Multicultural] [Music] [Mystery] [Parents] [Relationship] [Secrets] [Siblings] [Stress Management]

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11. Anholt, Laurence (1998). Picasso and the girl with the ponytail. Hauppauge, NY: Barron's.

Abstract:
Sylvette is a shy young girl, until she meets Picasso. He has moved to France for the summer to work on his art. Seeing Sylvette through his window, he decides to use her as his new model. All summer they work together and become good friends. Picasso helps Sylvette unlock her secrets and artistic talent.

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

Keywords: [Anger] [Animals] [Art] [Author's Note] [Beauty] [Biography] [Careers] [Dog] [Encouragement] [Feelings] [French] [Friendship] [Fun] [Goat] [Happiness] [History] [Monkey] [Multicultural] [Nonverbal Communication] [Owl] [Photograph] [Sadness] [Seasons] [Secrets] [Shyness] [Summer] [Verbal Communication]

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12. Anholt, Laurence (1996). Degas and the little dancer: A story about Edgar Degas. Hauppange, NY: Barron's.

Abstract:
Marie dreams of being a famous dancer until one day her chance of being in the Christmas show diminishes when her father becomes ill. Marie begins to model for a painter to earn money for her family's lost income. One day, Maria's sculpture shows up in the art museum and becomes the famed sculpture of Edgar Degas.

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

Keywords: [Apology] [Art] [Careers] [Dancing] [Disappointment] [Dreams] [Excitement] [Fame] [Fear] [Hard Work] [Illness] [Loneliness] [Museum] [Opera] [Poverty] [Practice] [School] [Security] [Sympathy] [Teaching]

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13. Annoh, G. Kwesi (1998). Somebody has done it, why can't you?. Ghana: Royal Gold Publishers Limited.

Abstract:
Two sisters in Ghana pursue their dreams of becomming career women. They receive help from their parents and teachers, and work hard to study math and science. Abena becomes a mathematician and Akousa becomes a medical officer in public health.

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

Keywords: [African] [Careers] [Courage] [Determination] [Education] [Equality] [Family] [Fear] [Feelings] [Gender] [Ghana] [Health] [Math] [Multicultural] [Pregnancy] [Religion] [School] [Science] [Stereotypes] [Teaching]

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14. Appelbaum, Diana (1997). Cocoa ice. New York: Orchard Books.

Abstract:
A young girl from Maine and a young girl from Santa Domingo learn about each other's home through Jacob the Sailor. The girl from Santa Domingo describes how to make chocolate, and the girl from Maine tells about making ice.

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

Keywords: [Accomplishment] [Activities] [Adventures] [American] [Animals] [Anticipation] [Author's Note] [Beverage] [Boat] [Bodies Of Water] [Careers] [Climbing] [Clothing] [Cold] [Comparisons] [Culture] [Curiosity] [Differences] [Environment] [Food] [Horse] [Ice] [Multicultural] [Plants] [Snow] [Water] [Weather]

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15. Ardizzone, Edward (1962). Tim's friend towser. New York: Henry Z. Walck.

Abstract:
Tim and Ginger are cabin boys who find a dog on the S.S. Royal. The captain does not like dogs, so they try to find it a home every time they go to shore. When the captain finds the dog in hiding, he scolds the boys. In the end, the boys get to keep the dog.

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

Keywords: [Animals] [Boat] [Bodies Of Water] [Careers] [Conflict Resolution] [Decision Making] [Dog] [Friendship] [Pets] [Responsibilities] [Transportation] [Travel]

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16. Auch, Mary Jane (1992). The easter egg farm. New York: Holiday House.

Abstract:
Pauline, the hen, is trying to lay eggs, but the henhouse is too noisy!She concentrates very hard and finally lays a very unusual egg. Pauline keeps laying eggs, each with a different design and pattern. The eggs are so beautiful that people come from all around to view her eggs.

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

Keywords: [Assertiveness] [Birds] [Careers] [Cooperation] [Decision Making] [Easter] [Farm] [Food] [Holidays] [Individuality] [Nutrition] [Pets] [Self Esteem] [Uniqueness]

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17. Auch, Mary Jane (1997). Bantam of the opera. New York: Holiday House.

Abstract:
Luigi, a bantam rooster, has big dreams of becoming a star singer one day. All the other roosters ridicule him, saying he is a show-off. Then one day he hides in a farmer's truck and takes a trip to the opera. Soon he is the star of the show.

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

Keywords: [Accomplishment] [Acting] [Ambition] [Animals] [Careers] [Chicken] [Courage] [Excitement] [Farm] [Goal Setting] [Independence] [Music] [Opera] [Performance]

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18. Avi (1999). Abigail takes the wheel. New York: HarperCollins Publishers Inc..

Abstract:
Every morning Abigail and her brother go to school on board their father's boat. One morning they see an accident and decide to help one of the boats. Abigail has to steer while her father helps on the other boat. On her way down the river, Abigail must make some quick decisions. With Captain Abigail in charge everyone arrives safely.

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

Keywords: [Accidents] [Adventures] [Author's Note] [Boat] [Bodies Of Water] [Careers] [Cooperation] [Critical Thinking] [Decision Making] [Family] [Geography] [Maps] [Market] [Parents] [River] [School] [Ship] [Siblings] [Transportation] [Trust] [Verbal Communication]

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19. Balet, Jan (1965). Joanjo. New York: Delacorte Press.

Abstract:
Joanjo is sick of life in his fishing village. He dreams of a life far away from the village. He awakens to realize that perhaps a fisherman's life is a good life after all.

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

Keywords: [Careers] [Conflict Resolution] [Critical Thinking] [Decision Making] [Dreams] [Goal Setting] [Multicultural] [Native American]

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20. Balian, Judy (1984). Humbug potion. Nashville: Abingdon Press.

Abstract:
An ugly witch finds a secret recipe for beauty, but she must figure out the secret code. She cracks the code and discovers all she really needed was a smile!

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

Keywords: [Alphabet] [Beauty] [Careers] [Family] [Feelings] [Goal Setting] [Grandparents] [Parents] [Self Esteem]

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21. Bang, Molly (1985). The paper crane. New York: Greenwillow Books.

Abstract:
A restaurant owner loses business when the road changes. An old man comes to the restaurant and pays for his meal by making a paper crane. The crane dances when he claps his hands. The crane becomes famous and attacts many customers to the restaurant.

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

Keywords: [Birds] [Careers] [Conflict Resolution] [Crane] [Creativity] [Dancing] [Exercise] [Food] [Imagination] [Music] [Nutrition]

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22. Banks, Kate (2000). The night worker. New York: Frances Foster Books.

Abstract:
Alex dreams of becoming a night worker just like his dad. One night before bedtime, Alex is surprised when his dad hands him a hard hat. Now Alex can see what it is really like to be a night worker!

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

Keywords: [Architecture] [Bedtime] [Careers] [Construction] [Dreams] [Family] [Hard Work] [Machines] [Night] [Parents] [Sleep] [Surprises] [Teamwork] [Technology] [Transportation] [Truck] [Verbal Communication] [Work]

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23. Barber, Barbara E. (1994). Saturday at the new you. New York: Lee & Low Books.

Abstract:
A daughter and her mother have a nice relationship. The daughter spends every Saturday helping out in her mother's beauty parlor. Saturday is the daughter's favorite day of the week.

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

Keywords: [African American] [Careers] [Day] [Family] [Goal Setting] [Happiness] [Hard Work] [Multicultural] [Parents] [Self Esteem] [Working Mother]

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24. Barton, Byron (1988). I want to be an astronaut. New York: Crowell.

Abstract:
A young child wants to be an astronaut. Using his imagination, he goes on a mission into space.

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

Keywords: [Assertiveness] [Astronaut] [Careers] [Goal Setting] [Self Esteem] [Teamwork]

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25. Barton, Byron (2001). My car. Singapore: Greenwilllow Books.

Abstract:
Sam describes his car, its parts, and how he cares for it. He also discusses where he goes in his car and his job working as a bus driver.

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

Keywords: [Bus] [Car] [Careers] [Caring] [Cleanliness] [Colors] [Day] [Night] [Rain] [Rules] [Safety] [Transportation] [Weather] [Work]

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