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- 1. Baker, Leslie (1990).
Mornings beach.
Boston: Little, Brown and Company.
- Abstract:
At the beach, a mother sees the same characteristics of herself in her daughter. Her day is complete just by watching her daughter have fun.
Abstract provided by Cleon Plummer, 1994 for the Children's Picture Book Database at Miami University.- Keywords: [Adventures] [Assertiveness] [Beach] [Companion] [Critical Thinking] [Food] [Goal Setting] [Happiness] [Kindness] [Morning] [Nonverbal Communication] [Nutrition] [Picnic] [Self Esteem] [Verbal Communication]
- 2. Best, Cari (2003).
When Catherine the Great and I were eight!.
New York: Farrar, Straus and Giroux.
- Abstract:
Sara, her mother, and Russian grandmother "Catherine the Great", pile into Mr. Minsky's car along with a few of their other neighbors. They make their way to the beach to escape the heat of the hot summer day. Although they find it takes longer than planned to reach the beach, everyone has fun along the way.
Abstract provided by Heather Tussey, 2005 for the Children's Picture Book Database at Miami University.- Keywords: [Anticipation] [Beach] [Bodies Of Water] [Car] [Closeness] [Community] [Companion] [Conflict] [Conflict Resolution] [Culture] [Dancing] [Exercise] [Family] [Food] [Friendship] [Games] [Grandparents] [Immigrants] [Language] [Neighbors] [Newspaper] [Ocean] [Patience] [Picnic] [Problem Solving] [Recreation] [Relationship] [Russian] [Summer] [Swimming] [Travel] [Verbal Communication]
- 3. Blance, Ellen // Cook, Ann (1976).
Monster buys a pet.
Los Angeles, CA: Bowmar/Noble.
- Abstract:
A friendly monster and a little boy think it is lonely in their house. They decide that if they go to the pet store and buy an animal to keep them company, it will help. After picking out two dogs and two cats, the owner of the pet store coaxes monster and the little boy to give all the pets a home.
Abstract provided by Meredith Corradino, 2006 for the Children's Picture Book Database at Miami University.- Keywords: [Animals] [Companion] [Critical Thinking] [Decision Making] [Feelings] [Friendship] [Gerbil] [Loneliness] [Monsters] [Peer Resistance] [Pets] [Play] [Responsibilities] [Sadness] [Vacation] [Verbal Communication]
- 4. Blance, Ellen // Cook, Ann (1973).
Monster and the magic umbrella.
Glendale, CA: Bowmar.
- Abstract:
Monster enjoys a day of play with his friends and his magical umbrella. Monster and the little boy play games in the afternoon sun and make sure to follow good hygiene practices and sun safety by wearing hats and carrying a giant magical umbrella that provides protection from the sun. The monster's umbrella eventually, magically opens into a much larger umbrella filling with rain so all of the neighborhood children can play and cool off.
Abstract provided by Douglas Matthews, 2006 for the Children's Picture Book Database at Miami University.- Keywords: [Celebration] [Cleanliness] [Companion] [Critical Thinking] [Exercise] [Feelings] [Friendship] [Happiness] [Hygiene] [Magic] [Monsters] [Play] [Rain] [Storm] [Stress Management] [Sun] [Swimming] [Umbrella] [Weather]
- 5. Blance, Ellen // Cook, Ann (1973).
Monster on the bus.
Glendale, CA: Bowmar.
- Abstract:
Join Monster and a little boy as they take a ride on a bus. While Monster and the little boy are enjoying looking at the sights, the bus suddenly stops. The people on the bus are scared, but soon realize a dog is in the way and refuses to move. The people, bus driver, and policeman try to push and chase the dog away, but he does not want to get out of the way. Luckily, Monster steps in and scares the dog away, so everyone cheers, gets on the bus, and goes to their important destinations.
Abstract provided by Megan Eckes, 2006 for the Children's Picture Book Database at Miami University.- Keywords: [Animals] [Bus] [Careers] [Companion] [Conflict] [Dog] [Emotions] [Excitement] [Fear] [Friendship] [Monsters] [Nonverbal Communication] [Pride] [Transportation]
- 6. Blance, Ellen // Cook, Ann (1973).
Monster meets lady monster.
Glendale, CA: Bowmar.
- Abstract:
Monster and the little boy are cleaning the house when the little boy sees a lady monster outside. Monster is happy and freshens up before asking the lady monster if he can play with her. The two monsters play together and fall in love.
Abstract provided by Laura Esch, 2006 for the Children's Picture Book Database at Miami University.- Keywords: [Beauty] [Cleanliness] [Companion] [Excitement] [Feelings] [Goal Setting] [Happiness] [Love] [Monsters] [Nonverbal Communication] [Playing] [Relationship] [Sadness] [Success] [Verbal Communication]
- 7. Bregoli, Jane (2004).
The goat lady.
Gardiner, ME: Tilbury House Publishers.
- Abstract:
Two young children new to Lucy Little Road, help us reveal the simple yet important life of the goat lady; a life that many people in the town despise. Through the children's time spent helping the goat lady, they learn of her vast life experiences. It isn't until after the children's mother takes portraits of the goat lady, that the rest of the town see waht a truly wonderful person the goat lady is.
Abstract provided by Kathleen Turley, 2006 for the Children's Picture Book Database at Miami University.- Keywords: [Acceptance] [Aging] [Animals] [Appreciation] [Art] [Assertiveness] [Barn] [Birds] [Cold] [Companion] [Coping] [Critical Thinking] [Curiosity] [Decision Making] [Discovery] [Emotions] [Environment] [Food] [Friendship] [Goal Setting] [Goat] [Hard Work] [Home] [Illness] [Listening] [Loyalty] [Neighbors] [Nonverbal Communication] [Pets] [Pride] [Relationship] [Respect] [Support] [Teaching] [Trust] [Verbal Communication]
- 8. 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]
- 9. Buckley, Helen E. (1959).
Grandfather and i.
New York: Lothrop, Lee and Shephard Co., Inc..
- Abstract:
A little boy takes walks with his grandfather. He enjoys the carefree walks, because everything else seems to be in a hurry.
Abstract provided by Jacqui Lott, 1994 for the Children's Picture Book Database at Miami University.- Keywords: [Companion] [Curiosity] [Environment] [Exercise] [Family] [Grandparents] [Recreation] [Stress Management]
- 10. Bunting, Eve (1987).
Ghost's hour, spook's hour.
New York: Houghton Mifflin Company.
- Abstract:
A young boy wakes up around midnight to no electricity, scary sounds, and the howling wind. He gets really scared, but his parents comfort him.
Abstract provided by Jenny Braun, 1995 for the Children's Picture Book Database at Miami University.- Keywords: [Bedtime] [Companion] [Family] [Fear] [Feelings] [Night] [Parents] [Pets] [Protection] [Sounds]
- 11. Cantieni, Benita (1981).
Little elephant and big mouse.
London: Neugebauer Press.
- Abstract:
Little Elephant explains to Big Mouse how things are different in size and how things are seen differently because of their size.
Abstract provided by Jenny Braun, 1995 for the Children's Picture Book Database at Miami University.- Keywords: [Animals] [Companion] [Differences] [Elephant] [Friendship] [Mouse] [Perspective] [Sizes]
- 12. Carle, Eric (1972).
The rooster who set out to see the world.
Saxonville, MA: Picture Book Studio.
- Abstract:
Rooster wants to take a trip around the world. Many friends join him along the way. It gets dark, and everyone begins to worry about where they will sleep and what they will eat. Rooster decides he did not plan his trip very well. Everyone decides to go home. Rooster goes home, also. He falls asleep and dreams about his trip around the world.
Abstract provided by Amy Brumbaugh, 1995 for the Children's Picture Book Database at Miami University.- Keywords: [Amphibians] [Animals] [Cat] [Companion] [Critical Thinking] [Decision Making] [Exploration] [Fish] [Frog] [Moon] [Reptiles] [Travel] [Turtle] [Verbal Communication]
- 13. Carlstrom, Nancy White (1990).
Where does the night hide?.
New York: Macmillan Publishing Company.
- Abstract:
The night hides everywhere, in shadows and in dark places. The night is not something to be feared, but a place of mystery and comfort.
Abstract provided by Erick Combs, 1996 for the Children's Picture Book Database at Miami University.- Keywords: [Companion] [Fear] [Love] [Mystery] [Night] [Shadows]
- 14. Carrick, Carol (1981).
Ben and the porcupine.
New York: Houghton Mifflin","Clarion Books.
- Abstract:
Christopher's dog, Ben, has an encounter with a porcupine. Ben gets a nose full of quills. Christopher wants to protect Ben by keeping him tied up at night. Christopher's father helps him understand that Ben must learn to fend for himself. Christopher decides to let Ben go so they both would be happy.
Abstract provided by Amy Brumbaugh, 1995 for the Children's Picture Book Database at Miami University.- Keywords: [Animals] [Companion] [Critical Thinking] [Dog] [Family] [Love] [Loyalty] [Parents] [Porcupine] [Verbal Communication] [Woods]
- 15. Cazet, Denys (1999).
Minnie and moo go to paris.
New York: DK Publishing, Inc..
- Abstract:
Minnie and Moo go to see Africa, the Eiffel Tower in Paris, and a monsoon in China all in time to be milked in America by five. Moo's delighted to see new places and new faces during her journey.
Abstract provided by Heather Tussey, 2005 for the Children's Picture Book Database at Miami University.- Keywords: [Adventures] [Africa] [America] [Animals] [Bus] [China] [Companion] [Confusion] [Cow] [Culture] [Curiosity] [Determination] [Farm] [Food] [France] [Friendship] [Glasses] [Multicultural] [Reading] [Recognition] [Transportation] [Travel] [Verbal Communication]
- 16. Chapman, Cheryl (1994).
Snow on snow on snow.
New York: Dial Books for Young Readers.
- Abstract:
Playing in the winter snow leads to a search for a missing companion.
Abstract provided by Erick Combs, 1996 for the Children's Picture Book Database at Miami University.- Keywords: [Animals] [Clothing] [Companion] [Dog] [Food] [Friendship] [Loss] [Missing] [Nutrition] [Play] [Seasons] [Snow] [Winter]
- 17. Clements, Andrew (2002).
Big al and shrimpy.
New York: Simon & Schuster.
- Abstract:
Shrimpy learns that he is special in his own way, despite being different. He gets involved in a social activity then contributes his idea to solve a problem to help a friend in need.
Abstract provided by Lauren Terakedis, 2006 for the Children's Picture Book Database at Miami University.- Keywords: [Adventures] [Bodies Of Water] [Companion] [Decision Making] [Differences] [Fish] [Friendship] [Helping] [Individuality] [Ocean] [Sea] [Self Confidence] [Self Esteem] [Teamwork] [Uniqueness]
- 18. Coy, John (1996).
Night driving.
New York: Henry Holt and Company.
- Abstract:
When a young boy goes on a trip with his dad, they drive all night to get to the mountains. During the trip, the little boy learns many things from his father as they share many activities along the way.
Abstract provided by Maria Thamann, 1998 for the Children's Picture Book Database at Miami University.- Keywords: [Animals] [Baseball] [Camping] [Car] [Companion] [Deer] [Family] [Food] [Moon] [Mountains] [Night] [Nutrition] [Parents] [Radio] [Restaurant] [Sports] [Stars] [Technology] [Transportation] [Travel] [Truck]
- 19. Crum, Shutta (2004).
My mountain song.
New York: Clarion Books.
- Abstract:
Observe a relationship that blossoms between competing cousins over their grandparents. Enjoy the scenic illustrations of summer life on the mountains while reading about a legacy being passed down.
Abstract provided by Christine Manning, 2006 for the Children's Picture Book Database at Miami University.- Keywords: [Companion] [Conflict Resolution] [Family] [Farm] [Generations] [Grandparents] [Growing Up] [Nature] [Nonverbal Communication] [Relationship] [Seasons] [Sharing] [Song] [Summer]
- 20. Freeman, Don (1968).
Corduroy.
New York: The Viking Press.
- Abstract:
Corduroy lives in the toy department of a big store. He is a little lonely bear whom no one wants to buy. One day a little girl comes along and thinks that he is perfect. She comes back the next day and buys him with the money that she has in her piggy bank.
Abstract provided by Athena Le, 2006 for the Children's Picture Book Database at Miami University.- Keywords: [Adoption] [Adventures] [Animals] [Assertiveness] [Bear] [Companion] [Decision Making] [Determination] [Differences] [Disappointment] [Family] [Feelings] [Friendship] [Goal Setting] [Homeless] [Money] [Patience] [Self Esteem] [Stress Management]
- 21. Gearge, Jean (2001).
Nutik, the wolf pup.
New York: Harper Collins Publishers.
- Abstract:
As Eskimo girl brings a sickly wolf pup home to her brother who cares for it until it's old enough to rejoin the pack. The two grow close, so when it is time for the pup to leave, they can't say good-bye.
Abstract provided by Michele Gillespie, 2005 for the Children's Picture Book Database at Miami University.- Keywords: [Animals] [Caring] [Companion] [Conflict Resolution] [Courage] [Decision Making] [Family] [Feelings] [Multicultural] [Native American] [Nonverbal Communication] [Parents] [Pets] [Sadness] [Show] [Siblings] [Storytelling] [Weather] [Wolf]
- 22. Gregory, Nan (1995).
How smudge came.
Red Deer, Alberta, Canada: Red Deer College Press.
- Abstract:
A developmentally challenged girl named Cindy finds love and companionship in a puppy she names Smudge. However, the home where Cindy lives does not allow pets, so the puppy is taken away. With the help of her friends at Hospice, a perfect solution is thought of so that Smudge is taken care of and everyone can benefit from his companionship.
Abstract provided by Lynne-Ann Bell, 1998 for the Children's Picture Book Database at Miami University.- Keywords: [Affection] [Animals] [Assertiveness] [Blindness] [Caring] [Community] [Companion] [Decision Making] [Disability] [Dog] [Down Syndrome] [Pets] [Responsibilities] [Sounds] [Verbal Communication]
- 23. Handford, Martin (1989).
Great waldo search.
Boston: Little, Brown and Company.
- Abstract:
Waldo and his wizard friend journey through a fantasy. It is filled with goblins, giants, monks, dwarfs, mermaids, knights, and hunters. In the end, Waldo will see the truth about himself.
Abstract provided by Liz Kuehn, 1995 for the Children's Picture Book Database at Miami University.- Keywords: [Adventures] [Companion] [Critical Thinking] [Dwarfs] [Fantasy] [Giants] [Goblins] [Mermaids] [Mythical] [Nonverbal Communication] [Royalty] [Truth]
- 24. Helldorfer, M.C. (1996).
Jack, skinny bones, and the golden pancakes.
New York: Viking.
- Abstract:
An orphan boy befriends Skinny Bones, the dog of a hot-tempered old lady named Granny Trick. Together the boy and the dog must not only out smart Granny, but even the devil himself!
Abstract provided by Lynne-Ann Bell, 1998 for the Children's Picture Book Database at Miami University.- Keywords: [Adventures] [Animals] [Assertiveness] [Author's Note] [Baby] [Boat] [Bodies Of Water] [Bones] [Companion] [Conflict] [Conflict Resolution] [Critical Thinking] [Deception] [Decision Making] [Desert] [Devils] [Dog] [Evil] [Folktale] [Food] [Hunger] [Nonverbal Communication] [Orphan] [Peer Resistance] [Pets] [Rain] [River] [Running Away] [Trick] [Verbal Communication] [Weather] [Wind]
- 25. Hoberman, Mary Ann (2000).
The eensy-weensy spider.
Boston, MA: Little.
- Abstract:
Travel beyond the waterspout -- out into the garden, pond, brook, shoe store, and even the park with this determined spring-loving spider. Sing the all-time classic tune or just read with rhythm!This book will catch you in its colorful web and keep you on your toes as you advance beyond the traditional limits.
Abstract provided by Brandi Lamb, 2001 for the Children's Picture Book Database at Miami University.- Keywords: [Acceptance] [Accidents] [Accomplishment] [Activities] [Adventures] [Affection] [Amphibians] [Anticipation] [Baby] [Bath] [Bedtime] [Beetle] [Birds] [Bodies Of Water] [Body Parts] [Brook] [Bully] [Butterfly] [Caring] [Caterpillar] [Change] [Climbing] [Clothing] [Colors] [Community] [Companion] [Compromise] [Confidence] [Conflict Resolution] [Cooperation] [Counting] [Courage] [Curiosity] [Cycle] [Dancing] [Decision Making] [Determination] [Direction] [Discovery] [Dragonfly] [Duck] [Environment] [Exercise] [Family] [Fish] [Flowers] [Frog] [Fun] [Garden] [Grasshopper] [Injury] [Insects] [Instruments] [Language] [Morning] [Moving] [Music] [Nature] [Numbers] [Parade] [Parents] [Park] [Plants] [Pond] [Practice] [Rain] [Rhyme] [Routine] [Seasons] [Sharing] [Shopping] [Skipping] [Sleep] [Song] [Spider] [Spring] [Success] [Sun] [Swimming] [Travel] [Verbal Communication] [Walking] [Weather] [Worm]
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