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1. Baylor, Byrd (1974). Everybody needs a rock. New York: Charles Scribner's Sons.

Abstract:
There are many things to consider when selecting a rock. What special qualities would you look for when playing with rocks?

Abstract provided by Valerie A. Ubbes, 1995 for the Children's Picture Book Database at Miami University.

Keywords: [Appreciation] [Collection] [Decision Making] [Goal Setting] [Multicultural] [Native American] [Nature] [Patience] [Rocks]

2. 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]

3. Brown, Kathy (1965). Kangaroo and kangaroo. New York: Doubleday & Co..

Abstract:
Two kangaroos collect and keep everything "just in case". Finally, when they have collected so much stuff that they are stuck in the house, they decide to give everything away for free. They make many people happy. When their house is empty, they begin to save again - after all, they have the room.

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

Keywords: [Animals] [Collection] [Conflict Resolution] [Decision Making] [Happiness] [Kangaroo]

4. Bryant, Jen (2005). Georgia's bones. Grand Rapids, MI: Eerdmans Books.

Abstract:
A young girl, Georgia, is fascinated with shapes, colors, and objects. Her family does not share nor comprehend her love for art, so they deem her different. With her strong will and determination, Georgia moves to New York to discover a life as an artist. The illustrations help the reader detail the beauty of her work as they take us through the life of Georgia O'Keffe.

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

Keywords: [Adventures] [Art] [Assertiveness] [Biography] [Bones] [Careers] [Collection] [Critical Thinking] [Decision Making] [Environment] [Excitement] [Family] [Farm] [Flowers] [Goal Setting] [Hobby] [Images] [Nature] [Pride] [Relationship] [Self Esteem] [Travel] [Verbal Communication] [Wildlife]

5. Buchholz, Quint (1999). The collector of moments. New York: Farrar, Straus and Giroux.

Abstract:
A violin player becomes quick friends with an artist, Max, who moves into the apartment above her family's. She is curious about the secrets that were held in his imaginative paintings. When Max does share his paintings with her, she is amazed at what she sees.

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

Keywords: [Anticipation] [Appreciation] [Art] [Beach] [Bodies Of Water] [Collection] [Companion] [Creativity] [Critical Thinking] [Curiosity] [Ferry] [Friendship] [Imagination] [Instruments] [Music] [Nonverbal Communication] [Ocean] [Sea] [Secrets] [Self Esteem] [Sharing] [Snow]

6. Cocca-Leffler, Maryann (2003). Mr. Tanen's tie trouble. Morton Grove, IL: Albert Whitman & Company.

Abstract:
The principal of Lynnhurst School, Mr. Tanen, is known for his unbelievable collection of 975 ties. He has a tie for every occasion! When the plan for the new playground falls through, everyone is shocked to see Mr. Tannen part with his beloved ties as he auctions them off so that the children at Lynnhurst School can enjoy their new playground.

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

Keywords: [Appreciation] [Challenges] [Clothing] [Collection] [Conflict] [Conflict Resolution] [Critical Thinking] [Determination] [Food] [Fun] [Giving] [Helping] [Kindness] [Loss] [Money] [Neighbors] [Play] [Playground] [Preparation] [Problem Solving] [Recognition] [Responsibilities] [Role Model] [School] [Stress Management] [Support] [Teamwork] [Temperature] [Traditions] [Unselfish] [Verbal Communication]

7. Cuyler, Margery (2000). 100th day worries. New York: Simon & Schuster.

Abstract:
When her teacher tells the class that everyone must bring in collections of 100 for the 100th day of school, Jessica begins to worry. What will she bring in?Her family finally helps her come up with a special collection.

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

Keywords: [Collection] [Correspondence] [Counting] [Critical Thinking] [Decision Making] [Family] [Feelings] [Food] [Giving] [Helping] [Love] [Money] [Numbers] [School] [Sharing] [Stress Management] [Verbal Communication] [Worry]

8. Dotlich, Rebecca Kai (2004). Over in the pink house: New jump rope rhymes. Honesdale, PA: Wordsong.

Abstract:
Predictable rhyming patterns and basic themes, such as nature, animals, food, and so much more, work together to complete this collection of thirty-two jump rope rhymes.

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

Keywords: [Animals] [Cat] [Collection] [Conflict Resolution] [Counting] [Days Of The Week] [Exercise] [Food] [Holidays] [Jumping] [Nature] [Nutrition] [Poetry] [Relationship] [Rhyme] [Seasons] [Stress Management] [Summer] [Time] [Winter]

9. Fleming, Candace (1999). When agnes caws. New York: Antheneum Books for Young Readers.

Abstract:
Agnes Peregrine has always loved birds and has recently found out that she has a true talent for bird calling. She goes to the Himalayan Mountains with her mother in search of the rarest bird of all. Little does she know that an evil colonel has followed them and wants this rare bird for his own collection!

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

Keywords: [Accomplishment] [Africa] [Assertiveness] [Beauty] [Birds] [Boat] [Careers] [Collection] [Conflict] [Conservation] [Critical Thinking] [Deception] [Decision Making] [Duck] [Hummingbird] [Hunting] [Jungle] [Maps] [Mischief] [Mountains] [Pheasant] [Refusal Skills] [Rescue] [Sounds] [Train] [Travel] [Verbal Communication] [Wilderness] [Yak]

10. Hughes, Peter (1966). Baron brady's boots. New York: Abelard-Schuman.

Abstract:
Baron Brady spends each day angrily collecting taxes from his poor tenants. A lesson from a new shoe maker teaches the Baron that it is fun to be good tempered, rather than always be angry.

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

Keywords: [Anger] [Assertiveness] [Careers] [Collection] [Conflict Resolution] [Decision Making] [Feelings] [Happiness] [Learning] [Self Esteem] [Verbal Communication]

11. Hurst, Carol Otis (2001). Rocks in his head. Hong Kong: Greenwillow Books.

Abstract:
Carol Hurst's father loves collecting rocks in his spare time. After the Depression forces him to close his gas station, the father gets a job working with rocks at a science museum, realizing his dream.

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

Keywords: [Ambition] [Business] [Car] [Careers] [Collection] [Depression] [Dreams] [Learning] [Money] [Moving] [Museum] [Parents] [Reading] [Rocks] [Science] [Transportation] [Work]

12. Kleven, Elisa (1997). The puddle pail. New York: Dutton Children's Books.

Abstract:
Ernst and Sol, two crocodile brothers, set out for the beach one morning. Sol suggests that they should start collecting various items along the beach. To Sol's disapproval, Ernst decides he wants to collect puddles. By the end of his tale, Ernst finds a creative use for his puddle collection.

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

Keywords: [Beach] [Celebration] [Clouds] [Collection] [Creativity] [Crocodile] [Dog] [Easter] [Food] [Holidays] [Moon] [Night] [Sand] [Shapes] [Siblings] [Stars] [Verbal Communication] [Water]

13. Kredenser, Gail//Mack, Stanley (1971). One dancing drum. New York: S.G. Phillips.

Abstract:
Let's build a band by counting!Has numbers written in words and has 10 different instruments. This will help you recognize number words and colors.

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

Keywords: [Collection] [Colors] [Counting] [Instruments] [Music] [Numbers] [Sequence]

14. Kvasnosky, Laura McGee (1999). Zelda and ivy and the boy next door. Cambridge, MA: Candlewick Press.

Abstract:
A new boy named Eugene has moved in next door to Zelda and Ivy. the three quickly become friends. A romance blooms, they play imaginary games, and go camping. Like all friends, they don't always get along, but they work out their differences.

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

Keywords: [Animals] [Assertiveness] [Bully] [Business] [Camping] [Careers] [Cleanliness] [Collection] [Conflict Resolution] [Family] [Feelings] [Fox] [Friendship] [Helping] [Imagination] [Love] [Money] [Neighbors] [Pirates] [Playing] [Pretend] [Sharing] [Siblings] [Sleep] [Song] [Stars] [Verbal Communication] [Wish]

15. Lewis, J. Patrick (2005). Please bury me in the library. New York: Gulliver Books.

Abstract:
In this collection of sixteen poems, children's favorite books are highlighted. Some poems include, "What if Books had Different Names," "The Big Word Girl," and "Reading in the Dark."

Abstract provided by Megan Kamphaus for the Children's Picture Book Database at Miami University.

Keywords: [Animals] [Books] [Collection] [Comparisons] [Education] [Exploration] [Images] [Library] [Poetry] [Reading] [Rhyme] [Rhythm] [Storytelling] [Verbal Communication]

16. Mahood, Kenneth (1977). Losing willy. New Jersey: Prentice-Hall.

Abstract:
Willy lives with his seven uncles who always keep everything in ship shape. Willy loses everything, but he does find something very important.

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

Keywords: [Collection] [Critical Thinking] [Family] [Lost] [Nonverbal Communication] [Parents] [Ship] [Transportation] [Verbal Communication]

17. McGrath, Barbara (1998). More m & m's math. New York: Scholastic Inc.

Abstract:
M & M candy characters guide you through the wonderful world of math as you learn the concepts of graphing, addition and subtraction, multiplication and division, and ordinal numbers. The best part is that you get to eat the materials you're working with. Remember not to eat too many!

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

Keywords: [Accomplishment] [Activities] [Challenges] [Classification] [Collection] [Colors] [Comparisons] [Counting] [Critical Thinking] [Decision Making] [Discovery] [Encouragement] [Food] [Fun] [Graphing] [Investigation] [Learning] [Nonverbal Communication] [Numbers] [Observation] [Practice] [Rules] [Sequence] [Sharing] [Similarities] [Sizes] [Skills] [Teaching] [Understanding] [Verbal Communication]

18. Mitchell, Rhonda (1997). The talking cloth. New York: Orchard Books.

Abstract:
Aunt Phoebe has a collection of many wonderful things, each having an interesting story. The little girl's favorite thing is an adinkra cloth from Ghana. It has many colors and symbols to represent feelings, faith, power, and love.

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

Keywords: [Africa] [African] [African American] [Art] [Assertiveness] [Baby] [Careers] [Clothing] [Collection] [Colors] [Critical Thinking] [Culture] [Customs] [Family] [Ghana] [Giving] [Identification] [Intelligence] [Multicultural] [Nonverbal Communication] [Parents] [Pretend] [Self Esteem] [Storytelling] [Stress Management] [Symbols] [Teaching] [Verbal Communication]

19. Myrus, Donald//Squillace, Albert (1963). Story in the sand. New York: The Macmillan Company.

Abstract:
Jeff and his mother go to the beach for a day. Jeff runs around collecting things and drawing pictures in the sand. He meets a little girl, Jenny, and spends the day teaching her about art in the sand.

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

Keywords: [Animals] [Art] [Assertiveness] [Beach] [Birds] [Boat] [Bodies Of Water] [Collection] [Creativity] [Dog] [Exploration] [Family] [Fear] [Feelings] [Fish] [Ocean] [Parents] [Play] [Seagull] [Transportation] [Verbal Communication]

20. Ockenga, Starr (1987). The ark in the attic an alphabet adventure. Boston: David R. Godine.

Abstract:
The character visits an attic and collects things that go with each letter of the alphabet. It is fun to see how many exciting things that are locked away and waiting to be discovered.

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

Keywords: [Alphabet] [Art] [Collection] [Discovery] [Fantasy] [Goal Setting] [Imagination] [Verbal Communication]

21. Pittman, Helena Clare (1998). Still-life stew. New York: Hyperion Books for Children.

Abstract:
Rosa wants to paint a still-life picture. First she has to gather the vegetables from her garden that she will use in her painting. Once she is done painting, what will Rosa do with all the vegetables?She's going to make still-life stew!

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

Keywords: [Art] [Collection] [Colors] [Cooking] [Creativity] [Five Senses] [Food] [Garden] [Goal Setting] [Hard Work] [Hunger] [Nutrition] [Preparation] [Recipe] [Sequence] [Shapes] [Smell] [Taste]

22. Rylant, Cynthia (1999). Poppleton in spring. New York: The Blue Sky Press.

Abstract:
Spring is coming, spring is coming!Spring cleaning on Poppleton's mind. Poppelton's friend, Cherry Sue, is cleaning too. Poppelton is looking for a bike, but there are so many decisions to make. A red one, a blue one- maybe he'll just walk. Poppleton wants to sleep outside in the new spring air. Can he last the night and discover new things around him?

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

Keywords: [Animals] [Bicycle] [Camping] [Cleanliness] [Collection] [Decision Making] [Envy] [Exercise] [Friendship] [Giving] [Happiness] [Llama] [Nature] [Pig] [Reading] [Sleep]

23. Turkle, Brinton (1981). Do not open. New York: E.P. Dutton.

Abstract:
Miss Moody lives by the sea with her cat, Captain Kidd. She loves to collect objects left on the beach after a storm. One day she finds a bottle that says "do not open". She opens it up and finds a terrible monster. She defeats the monster through quick thinking.

Abstract provided by Tara Veesart and Pat Norwell, 1994 for the Children's Picture Book Database at Miami University.

Keywords: [Animals] [Assertiveness] [Cat] [Collection] [Conflict Resolution] [Curiosity] [Decision Making] [Disobedience] [Fear] [Monsters] [Mystery] [Ocean] [Refusal Skills] [Verbal Communication] [Weather]

24. Van Horn, William (1978). Harry hoyle's giant jumping bean. New York: Atheneum.

Abstract:
Harry has a house with seventy-two rooms filled with his many collections of things, including a dangerous giant jumping bean. In trying to make room for a new collection, the jumping bean escapes and destroys Harry's collection.

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

Keywords: [Assertiveness] [Collection] [Conflict Resolution] [Decision Making] [Destruction] [Shelter]

25. Wallace, Nancy Elizabeth (2009). Rocks! Rocks! Rocks!. Tarrytown: Marshall Cavendish.

Abstract:
Buddy likes looking at and collecting rocks so Mama suggests they visit the local nature center. They hike the Blue Diamond Trail to five learning centers where they meet Roxie, a Rock Ridge Ranger. Buddy learns about bedrock, erosion, and how three types of rocks are formed. He finds out many surprising things about rocks, rocks, rocks!

Abstract provided by Marshall Cavendish, 2009 for the Children's Picture Book Database at Miami University.

Keywords: [Author's Note] [Careers] [Collection] [Direction] [Food] [Geology] [Learning] [Nature] [Parents] [Rocks] [School] [Shapes] [Sizes] [Travel] [Vocabulary] [Walking]
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