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1. Anholt, Laurence (1995). Sophie and the new baby. Morton Grove, IL: Albert Whitman & Company.

Abstract:
A new baby is coming, and Sophie's going to be a big sister!She helps her mother and father prepare for the arrival of the baby, but when her little brother is born, she wishes that her family could give him back!Sophie slowly begins to realize that having a new brother might not be so bad after all.

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

Keywords: [Acceptance] [Affection] [Anticipation] [Appreciation] [Attention] [Autumn] [Baby] [Birth] [Carriage] [Change] [Cold] [Conflict Resolution] [Confusion] [Decision Making] [Disappointment] [Dolls] [Family] [Feelings] [Giving] [Jealousy] [Loneliness] [Moon] [Morning] [Night] [Nonverbal Communication] [Parents] [Patience] [Pregnancy] [Preparation] [Resentment] [Seasons] [Secrets] [Snow] [Spring] [Sun] [Verbal Communication] [Walking] [Winter] [Woods]

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2. Anno, Mitsumasa (1989). Topsy-turvies: More pictures to stretch the imagination. New York: Weatherhill.

Abstract:
Each page of this book stretches the imagination and gives the reader something to think about. Some of the things seen are upside down while others are right side up. (A Wordless Book)

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

Keywords: [Confusion] [Nonverbal Communication] [Teamwork]

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3. Bateman, Teresa (2004). April foolishness. Morton Grove, IL: Albert Whitman & Company.

Abstract:
The grandkids are excited to visit grandma and grandpa's farm. Today is April Fool's and they want to trick grandpa. The grandkids can't understand why grandpa remains so calm when they tell him all the animals have escaped. Grandma lends a hand to help trick grandpa.

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

Keywords: [Animals] [April Fools] [Confusion] [Cooking] [Cow] [Family] [Farm] [Food] [Garden] [Goat] [Grandparents] [Humor] [Nutrition] [Pig] [Rhyme] [Rhythm] [Sheep] [Trick]

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4. Beil, Karen Magnuson (2004). Mooove over!. New York: Holiday House.

Abstract:
A trolley driver has a set system that he always uses to keep track of the number of passengers: he counts by twos. One day, everything is going right on schedule, until a big, bossy cow comes on the trolley. The driver loses count and the cow forces the other passengers onto the roof. Finally, the driver realizes there is only one passenger, gets everyone back inside the trolley, and pushes the cow off to the streets.

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

Keywords: [Animals] [Author's Note] [Chaos] [Conflict] [Confusion] [Counting] [Cow] [Duck] [Feelings] [Games] [Goose] [Horse] [Manners] [Numbers] [Pig] [Safety] [Selfishness] [Sheep] [Teaching] [Transportation] [Trolley] [Verbal Communication]

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5. Berson, Harold (1975). A moose is not a mouse. New York: Crown.

Abstract:
A mouse lives in fear of the cat. It is not until he sees a picture of a moose that he thinks that when he grows up he will be bigger than the cat. As it happens, the mouse's mother tells him that a mouse is not a moose.

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

Keywords: [Ambition] [Animals] [Assertiveness] [Beliefs] [Cat] [Confusion] [Decision Making] [Goal Setting] [Growing Up] [Imagination] [Misunderstanding] [Moose] [Mouse] [Peer Resistance] [Self Esteem]

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6. Berstein, Sharon Chesler (1991). A family that fights. Morton Grove, IL.: Albert Whitman and Company.

Abstract:
Henry, Joe, and Claire live in a very sad family. Sometimes, their dad gets very angry and hits their mom. This doesn't happen all the time, though-sometimes, Dad is nice and fun. Henry, Joe, and Claire wish these fun times would never end. They must learn to understand that the fights are not their fault, and they must learn to talk to an adult about the feelings they are having.

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

Keywords: [Conflict Resolution] [Confusion] [Coping] [Critical Thinking] [Family] [Feelings] [Sadness] [Stress Management]

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7. Biale, Rachel (1996). We are moving. Berkeley, CA: Tricycle Press.

Abstract:
Make a scrapbook on how do you feel before we move. Draw several pictures of how you feel. What does your house look like now?What will our new house look like?What is special to you before we move?

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

Keywords: [Anger] [Author's Note] [Change] [Community] [Confusion] [Coping] [Family] [Fear] [Feelings] [Happiness] [Loss] [Memories] [Moving] [Neighbors] [Perspective] [Sadness] [School] [Separation] [Stress Management] [Transportation] [Travel]

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8. Browne, Anthony (1998). Voices in the park. New York: DK Ink.

Abstract:
A typical day's walk through the park is seen through the eyes of a grouchy woman, an unhappy man, a lonely boy, and a happy young girl. An intriguing look at how friendships are made and torn apart.

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

Keywords: [Anger] [Animals] [Ape] [Assertiveness] [Confusion] [Depression] [Dog] [Exercise] [Family] [Feelings] [Food] [Friendship] [Happiness] [Jumping] [Nonverbal Communication] [Nutrition] [Parents] [Peer Resistance] [Playground] [Running] [Sadness] [Verbal Communication]

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9. Bunting, Eve (1998). So far from the sea. New York: Clarion Books.

Abstract:
Laura and her family are moving, so they are coming to visit the Manzanar War Relocation Center one last time. Years ago, this center was used to house anyone living in the United States that were of Japanese descent. These people were forced to leave their homes and come to the center because Japan bombed the United States. The center is bare now except for all of the memories and the cemetary, including her grandfather's grave.

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

Keywords: [Acceptance] [Airplane] [American] [Anger] [Anticipation] [Assertiveness] [Author's Note] [Awareness] [Bias] [Bravery] [Change] [Citizen] [Cold] [Community] [Conflict] [Confusion] [Critical Thinking] [Crow] [Culture] [Death] [Differences] [Discrimination] [Diversity] [Family] [Fear] [Feelings] [Flowers] [Forgiveness] [Generations] [Ghosts] [Grandparents] [Growing Up] [History] [Illness] [Japanese] [Japanese] [Loss] [Memories] [Monuments] [Mountains] [Moving] [Prison] [Sea] [Sky] [Snow] [Survival] [Verbal Communication] [War]

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10. Calhoun, Mary (1997). Flood. New York: Morrow Junior Books.

Abstract:
As the rain falls day after day, Sarajean and her family prepare for the flood. They place sandbags around the banks of the river and their house, but nothing can keep the water out. Eventually, Sarajean and her family are forced to leave their home, but they are grateful for their safety.

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

Keywords: [Animals] [Assertiveness] [Conflict Resolution] [Confusion] [Disappointment] [Dog] [Family] [Feelings] [Flood] [Future] [Grandparents] [Happiness] [Hope] [Love] [Nonverbal Communication] [Parents] [River] [Sadness] [Stress Management] [Water]

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11. 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]

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12. Caseley, Judith (1994). Mama, coming and going. New York: Greenwillow Books.

Abstract:
With the birth of a new baby, mother does not know if she is coming or going. With the help of her daughter, they overcome the challenges.

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

Keywords: [Baby] [Confusion] [Family] [Helping] [Parents] [Siblings] [Verbal Communication]

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13. 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]

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14. Chetwin, Grace (1990). Box and cox. New York: Bradbury Press.

Abstract:
Mr. Cox works days and Mr. Box works nights. They both rent a room at Mrs. Bouncer's boarding house - the same room!She changes the room every morning and every night so no one will know. Her plan works great until they both propose to her.

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

Keywords: [Careers] [Change] [Conflict Resolution] [Confusion] [Marriage]

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15. Cone, Molly (1992). Come back, salmon. San Francisco: Sierra Club Books for Children.

Abstract:
Mr. King's fifth grade students work on a project to restore Pigeon Creek to its original beauty. They cannot believe the water was once clear and had fish. They learn about the life cycle of salmon, grow their own salmon, and release them into their now clear Pigeon Creek. The next fall they look for their salmon to return.

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

Keywords: [Assertiveness] [Autumn] [Birth] [Bodies Of Water] [Conflict Resolution] [Confusion] [Critical Thinking] [Decision Making] [Environment] [Exercise] [Feelings] [Fish] [Goal Setting] [Happiness] [Learning] [Pollution] [Problem Solving] [Sadness] [School] [Seasons] [Self Esteem] [Spring] [Stream] [Verbal Communication]

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16. dePaola, Tomie (1999). The night of las posadas. New York: G.P. Putnam's Sons.

Abstract:
Lupe and Roberto are going to play the roles of Mary and Joseph in a reenactment of the night that Jesus Christ was born. Lupe's aunt, Sister Angie, is in charge of the production. However, Sister Angie becomes sick and Lupe and Roberto must proceed to the village. There is a bad snowstorm and the couple gets stranded in the snow. Friends of Sister Angie come to the rescue and play the role of Mary and Joseph, then disappear. Lupe and Roberto finally arrive and close the production. Later, Sister Angie wanders the church and finds the cloaks of the carving of Mary and Joseph covered in fresh snow.

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

Keywords: [Animals] [Anticipation] [Author's Note] [Baby] [Birthday] [Christmas] [Church] [Confusion] [Donkey] [Excitement] [Family] [Feelings] [Happiness] [Holidays] [Language] [Multicultural] [Nonverbal Communication] [Preparation] [Sadness] [Seasons] [Snow] [Spanish] [Transportation] [Truck] [Verbal Communication] [Weather] [Winter] [Worry]

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17. Ekster, Carol Gordon (2008). Where am i sleeping tonight?. Weaverville: Boulden.

Abstract:
Mark and Evan have a hard time keeping up with all the changes in their lives. Their parents are divorced and it's not easy remembering all the things they need to do. Mark's teacher, Mrs. Demott helps Mark, Evan and their parents get organized and also teaches them how to cope with divorce.

Angalina Madaffari, 2008 for the Children's Picture Book Database at Miami University.

Keywords: [Acceptance] [Bedtime] [Behavior] [Closeness] [Communication] [Comparisons] [Confusion] [Coping] [Disappointment] [Divorce] [Family] [Forgetful] [Frustration] [Goal Setting] [Parents] [Responsibilities] [Siblings] [Stepfather]

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18. Fisher, Doris//Sneed, Dani (2006). One odd day. Mt. Pleasant, SC: Sylvan Dell Publishing.

Abstract:
A young boy awakens to find everything around him is “odd.” He has one shoe, his shirt has three sleeves, and his dog has five legs. Things are crazy at school when he stares at a calendar with only odd days. Will his odd day end when he goes to bed that night?

Abstract provided by Sylvan Dell Publishing, 2006 for the Children's Picture Book Database at Miami University.

Keywords: [Animals] [Author's Note] [Calendar] [Confusion] [Family] [Fear] [Feelings] [Numbers] [Parents] [Reptiles] [Rhyme] [Rhythm] [Turtle]

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19. Fox, Mem (2000). Harriet, you'll drive me wild!. Hong Kong: Harcourt, Inc..

Abstract:
Harriet is a very busy little girl. She loves to play and be silly. When she makes messes in the house, her mother does not know what to do with her. Harriet spills her juice, drips paint on the floor, and dribbles jam on her pants. What will Harriet do next?How will her mom react?

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

Keywords: [Apology] [Cleanliness] [Conflict Resolution] [Confusion] [Family] [Food] [Love] [Misbehavior] [Mischief] [Nonverbal Communication] [Parents] [Patience] [Repetition] [Verbal Communication]

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20. Frazee, Marla (1999). Hush little baby: A folk song with pictures. New York: Harcourt Brace and Company.

Abstract:
The baby will not hush and the family can't take it any longer. A peddler, who has a wagon filled with toys and animals, tries to aid the family. Nothing works, until exhaustion takes over and the loving family has the sweetest baby in town.

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

Keywords: [Animals] [Appalachian] [Baby] [Birds] [Bull] [Conflict Resolution] [Confusion] [Critical Thinking] [Decision Making] [Dog] [Family] [Feelings] [Folktale] [Goat] [Horse] [Mockingbird] [Multicultural] [Music] [Nonverbal Communication] [Parents] [Sadness] [Sleep] [Song] [Stress Management] [Toys] [Verbal Communication] [Wagon]

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21. Gage, Wilson (1983). Cully cully and the bear. New York: Greenwillow Books.

Abstract:
Cully Cully wants a new bearskin, so he goes out to hunt a bear. He shoots an arrow at the bear and misses. The bear chases Cully Cully. They start to run around a tree and forget who is chasing who. They get tired and finally both give up and go home.

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

Keywords: [Animals] [Assertiveness] [Bear] [Conflict Resolution] [Confusion] [Fear] [Feelings] [Nonverbal Communication]

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22. Garden, Nancy (2004). Molly's family. New York: Farrar Straus Giroux.

Abstract:
When Molly draws a picture of her family, some students in her class say that her family is weird. They tell her she can't have two mommies. After talking to her teacher and her family, she realizes all families are different and that she is lucky to have two mommies.

Melissa Benton, 2006 for the Children's Picture Book Database at Miami University.

Keywords: [Activities] [Adoption] [Art] [Confusion] [Differences] [Family] [Feelings] [Gender] [Insecurity] [Love] [Relationship] [Sadness] [School] [Support] [Understanding] [Worry]

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23. Grossman, Bill (1989). Tommy at the grocery store. New York: Harper & Row.

Abstract:
Little Tommy is left at the grocery store and mistaken for items in the store. Finally his mom comes back to get him.

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

Keywords: [Confusion] [Family] [Food] [Lost] [Parents]

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24. Hamilton, Dewitt (1995). Sad days, glad days: A story about depression. Morton Grove, IL: Albert Whitman & Company.

Abstract:
Amanda Martha's mother has a disease called depression. Amanda and her father call them sad days, glad days, mostly in-between days. Amanda wants a cuddly pet and when an alley cat comes along she finally gets a chance.

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

Keywords: [Animals] [Art] [Assertiveness] [Cat] [Conflict Resolution] [Confusion] [Creativity] [Critical Thinking] [Decision Making] [Depression] [Diseases] [Family] [Feelings] [Fish] [Flowers] [Food] [Happiness] [Love] [Nature] [Nutrition] [Parents] [Pets] [Responsibilities] [Sadness] [Self Esteem] [Verbal Communication]

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25. Hausman, Bonnie (1999). A to z do you ever feel like me?. New York: Dutton Children's Books.

Abstract:
How are you feeling today?Join the children in this book to find out if they are feeling the same way. Learn the letters of the alphabet while you solve the puzzles of emotions. Have fun!

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

Keywords: [Accidents] [African American] [Alphabet] [Anger] [Asian American] [Birthday] [Body Parts] [Bravery] [Confusion] [Critical Thinking] [Doctor] [Embarrassment] [Emotions] [Exercise] [Family] [Fear] [Feelings] [Friendship] [Fun] [Games] [Grandparents] [Greed] [Happiness] [Jealousy] [Kindness] [Letters] [Loneliness] [Mischief] [Morning] [Multicultural] [Nonverbal Communication] [Observation] [Party] [Pets] [Photograph] [Playground] [Playing] [Pride] [School] [Self Esteem] [Sequence] [Sharing] [Toys] [Verbal Communication] [Worry]

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