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1. Adler, David A. (1999). The babe and i. New York: Harcourt Brace and Co..

Abstract:
A young boy and his family are living through the Great Depression of 1932 When he learns that his father does not have a job, he gets a job with his friend selling newspapers to help make money for his family. He sells all of his papers outside of Yankee Stadium due to the popularity of Babe Ruth and his stories in the paper. He even gets to meet the Babe!

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

Keywords: [Author's Note] [Baseball] [Business] [Conflict Resolution] [Depression] [Family] [Feelings] [Food] [Friendship] [Frustration] [Hard Work] [History] [Money] [Newspaper] [Parents] [Poverty] [Responsibilities] [Sadness] [Shopping] [Sports] [Stress Management] [Work] [Worry]
2. Alexander, Lloyd (1995). The house gobbaleen. New York: Dutton Children's Books.

Abstract:
After a stroke of bad luck, Tooley calls up on the "Friendly Folk" to help him improve his luck. When Hooks comes to the door, Tooley invites him in the house despite warnings from his cat. Hooks takes advantage of Tooley and makes his luck even worse than before-until the house gobbaleen scares Hooks away.

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

Keywords: [Adventures] [Anger] [Animals] [Cat] [Change] [Depression] [Fantasy] [Fear] [Feelings] [Friendship] [Greed] [Mythical] [Nonverbal Communication] [Peer Resistance] [Relief] [Sadness] [Self Esteem] [Superstition] [Verbal Communication]
3. Atwell, Debby (1996). Barn. New York: Houghton Mifflin.

Abstract:
After the American Revolution, a barn is built and endures the many stages of history. The barn describes its transitions through farming days, world wars, peace rallies, and other historical events.

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

Keywords: [Accidents] [Accomplishment] [Aging] [Animals] [Autumn] [Baby] [Change] [Cow] [Depression] [Family] [Fire] [Food] [Grandparents] [History] [Horse] [Multicultural] [Native American] [Parents] [Peace] [Reunion] [Seasons] [Siblings] [Snow] [Spring] [Summer] [War] [Weather] [Wind] [Winter]
4. Berry, Joy (1996). Let's talk about needing attention. New York: Scholastic, Inc..

Abstract:
A girl names Casey tries all the wrong ways to get attention from her Mom and Dad. Eventually she finds solutions for achieving attention the right way and learns how to help others as well.

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

Keywords: [Anger] [Attention] [Baby] [Bicycle] [Birds] [Depression] [Disobedience] [Encouragement] [Envy] [Feelings] [Helping] [Jealousy] [Love] [Patience] [Resolution] [Sadness] [Self Esteem] [Support] [Teasing]
5. Bishop, Gavin (1981). Mrs. mcginty and the bizarre plant. New Zealand: Oxford University Press.

Abstract:
Mrs. McGinty does enjoy life very much and the neighborhood kids tease and bother her. One day, she buys a new plant which mysteriously grows every night. She becomes famous and makes friends. Eventually someone buys the plant, but another seedling is left in the garden.

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

Keywords: [Depression] [Feelings] [Friendship] [Neighbors] [Plants] [Stress Management] [Verbal Communication]
6. Bridges, Shirin Yim (2002). Ruby's wish. San Francisco: Chronicle Books.

Abstract:
Ruby is known for wearing red and being an exceptionally bright student. Even during a time in China when "...most girls were never taught to read and write". However, Ruby's grandfather hires a teacher to come to the house, making it possible for any grandchild living in the house to learn. This initiates a desire in Ruby to attend university, a place that women in China were not encouraged to go. *Based on a true story of the author's grandmother.

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

Keywords: [Acceptance] [Accomplishment] [Ambition] [Appreciation] [Art] [Asian] [Assertiveness] [Beliefs] [Change] [China] [Chinese] [Conflict] [Conflict Resolution] [Courage] [Culture] [Customs] [Decision Making] [Dedication] [Depression] [Determination] [Disappointment] [Emotions] [Encouragement] [Equality] [Excitement] [Family] [Frustration] [Generations] [Giving] [Goal Setting] [Grandparents] [Happiness] [Independence] [Individuality] [Intelligence] [Kindness] [Language] [Learning] [Listening] [New Year] [Nonverbal Communication] [Obedience] [Parade] [Patience] [Persistence] [Poetry] [Prevention] [Progress] [Reading] [Recognition] [Refusal Skills] [Relationship] [Relief] [Resentment] [Resolution] [Role Model] [School] [Self Confidence] [Self Esteem] [Skills] [Stress Management] [Support] [Symbols] [Sympathy] [Teaching] [Traditions] [Understanding] [Verbal Communication] [Wealth] [Wish] [Writing]
7. 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]
8. 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]
9. Cohen, Miriam (1981). It's george!. New York: Greenwillow Books.

Abstract:
A boy named George feels like an outcast because other students pick on him. He is not able to do some of the things they can so he gets depressed. He rescues someone by calling 911 and is on television and becomes famous at school.

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

Keywords: [Acceptance] [Conflict Resolution] [Depression] [Feelings] [Nonverbal Communication] [Peer Resistance] [Rescue] [School] [Self Esteem] [Television] [Verbal Communication]
10. Garland, Sherry (1994). I never knew your name. New York: Ticknor & Fields Books for Young Readers.

Abstract:
A young boy is fascinated with his neighbor. He watches the neighbor's actions and understands his feelings. Unfortunately, no one notices the boy.

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

Keywords: [Awareness] [Basketball] [Challenges] [Critical Thinking] [Depression] [Feelings] [Friendship] [Insecurity] [Loneliness] [Neighbors] [Neighbors] [Nonverbal Communication] [Sadness] [Sports]
11. Gilmore, Rachna (1994). Lights for gita. Gardiner, ME: Tilbury House Publishers.

Abstract:
Gita is very excited about celebrating her favorite Hindu holiday, Divali, a festival of lights. But this year things are different and she must celebrate this special holiday in her new home. This transition is hard for Gita and made even more difficult by the seasonal rain. With the help from her parents, Gita must learn how to carry her beliefs and memories into her new home and make this year's Divali, a holiday to remember.

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

Keywords: [Autumn] [Beliefs] [Celebration] [Change] [Conflict Resolution] [Depression] [Disappointment] [Family] [Feelings] [Happiness] [Hindu] [Holidays] [Homesickness] [Ice] [Memories] [Moving] [Multicultural] [Parents] [Rain] [Sadness] [Seasons] [Self Esteem] [Stress Management] [Uniqueness] [Verbal Communication] [Weather]
12. Graham, Bob (1992). Rose meets mr. wintergarten. Cambridge, MA: Candlewick PRess.

Abstract:
Rose's nice cheerful family moves next door to Mr. Wintergarten, a man who has not seen daylight in years. When Rose's ball goes over the fence, despite many warnings, she retrieves it. She brings cookies to Mr. Wintergarten and becomes his friend. Mr. Wintergarten is less lonely.

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

Keywords: [Aging] [Assertiveness] [Bias] [Conflict Resolution] [Decision Making] [Depression] [Feelings] [Friendship] [Goal Setting] [Loneliness] [Neighbors] [Peer Resistance] [Self Esteem] [Stereotypes] [Stress Management]
13. 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]
14. Heller, Janet Ruth (2006). How the moon regained her shape. Mt. Pleasant, SC: Sylvan Dell Publishing.

Abstract:
Influenced by Native American folktales, this fascinating story deals with bullying, self-confidence, and understanding the phases of the moon. After the sun insults and bullies her, the moon gets very upset and disappears - much to the chagrin of rabbits who miss their moonlight romps. With the help of her friends, the moon gains more self-confidence each day until she is back to her full size.

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

Keywords: [Animals] [Author's Note] [Beauty] [Dancing] [Depression] [Feelings] [Folktale] [Forest] [Friendship] [Happiness] [Moon] [Multicultural] [Native American] [Night] [Rabbit] [Self Esteem] [Song] [Sun]
15. Houselander, Caryll (1988). Petook. New York: Holiday House.

Abstract:
Petook, a rooster, experiences a period of depression after the crucifixion of Jesus Christ. He then learns the joy of Easter when a chick is born, representing Jesus' rebirth from the tomb. Petook develops an appreciation for life and Easter.

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

Keywords: [Assertiveness] [Birds] [Birth] [Chicken] [Conflict Resolution] [Critical Thinking] [Depression] [Easter] [Feelings] [Happiness] [Holidays] [Nonverbal Communication] [Religion] [Self Esteem] [Spiritual]
16. 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]
17. Johnston, Tony (1991). Grandpa's song. New York: Dial.

Abstract:
Grandpa is the loudest, happiest singer there is. But when he forgets the words to his favorite song, his granddaughter helps him to remember it.

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

Keywords: [Aging] [Conflict Resolution] [Depression] [Family] [Feelings] [Grandparents] [Helping] [Helping] [Memory] [Music] [Self Esteem] [Senility] [Song] [Verbal Communication]
18. Kantrowitz, Mildred (1970). Maxie. New York: Parents' Magazine Press.

Abstract:
Maxie wakes up each day and goes through the same routine. One day Maxie feels unloved and lonely, so she decides to stay in bed. Maxie doesn't realize how much others depend on her until her living room is full of worried neighbors. Maxie realizes how many people need and rely on her daily routine.

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

Keywords: [Caring] [Community] [Depression] [Feelings] [Friendship] [Happiness] [Identity] [Loneliness] [Neighbors] [Nonverbal Communication] [Perspective] [Relationship] [Sadness] [Self Esteem] [Worry]
19. Kellogg, Steven (1986). Best friends. New York: Dial Books for Young Readers.

Abstract:
Kathy and Louise are best friends but Louise goes to the mountains for the summer. Kathy is mad because Louise is having a great summer without her. When Louise comes back, they both get a puppy to raise together.

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

Keywords: [Anger] [Animals] [Assertiveness] [Conflict Resolution] [Critical Thinking] [Decision Making] [Depression] [Dog] [Fantasy] [Feelings] [Friendship] [Ghosts] [Goal Setting] [Imagination] [Monsters] [Nonverbal Communication] [Peer Resistance] [Pets] [Refusal Skills] [Vacation] [Verbal Communication]
20. Kidd, Ronald (1995). Grandpa's hammer. Americus, GA: Habitat for Humanity International.

Abstract:
Grandpa always say that it take two things to make dreams come true: faith and a hammer. After Grandma passes away, Grandpa sets aside his hammer and nearly loses his faith. His granddaughter tries everything she can think of to bring back his faith but nothing seems to work. One day, Grandpa visits a Habitat for Humanity worksite with a neighbor and realizes that he can made dreams come true for others.

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

Keywords: [African American] [Ambition] [Anger] [Appreciation] [Beliefs] [Caring] [Challenges] [Communication] [Coping] [Creativity] [Death] [Depression] [Determination] [Discovery] [Diversity] [Dreams] [Faith] [Family] [Fear] [Feelings] [Friendship] [Generations] [Giving] [Grandparents] [Grief] [Habitat] [Happiness] [Hard Work] [Helping] [Hope] [Love] [Memories] [Multicultural] [Nonverbal Communication] [Patience] [Sadness] [Self Esteem] [Shelter] [Teamwork] [Verbal Communication]
21. Kruse, Max (1979). The day the rooster didn't crow. Great Britain: Methuen Children's Books Ltd..

Abstract:
Spiros is a farmer who depends on his crow to get every day started. One day, the rooster was depressed and wouldn't crow because the world was dark. Finally, Spiros tricks his rooster into crowing again.

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

Keywords: [Birds] [Careers] [Chicken] [Deception] [Depression] [Farm] [Feelings] [Nonverbal Communication] [Sun]
22. Lewis, P. Thomas (1971). Hill of fire. New York: HarperCollins.

Abstract:
Bored of his day-to-day lifestyle, a farmer complains to his wife and son how "nothing ever hannpens." One day while plowing, the farmer comes across an explosion coming from his field. It turns out to be a volcano erupting and the farmer's field becomes a place in history.

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

Keywords: [Beverage] [Boredom] [Bull] [Bus] [Church] [Dancing] [Depression] [Farm] [Fire] [Food] [Helping] [Market] [Mexican] [Mountains] [Night] [Noise] [Ox] [Party] [Prayer] [Rocks] [Running] [Sadness] [Safety] [School] [Spanish] [Toys] [Truck] [Volcano] [Work]
23. Lied, Kate (1997). Potato: A tale from the great depression. Washington, DC: National Geographic Society.

Abstract:
During the Great Depression Dorothy is just a baby, but she remembers how hard her parents had to work. For two weeks the family moves to Idaho and picks potatoes. They use the left-over potatoes to trade for groceries which helps the family survive the Depression.

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

Keywords: [Assertiveness] [Baby] [Conflict Resolution] [Critical Thinking] [Depression] [Family] [Farm] [Feelings] [Food] [Goal Setting] [Happiness] [Hard Work] [History] [Hope] [Love] [Parents] [Pig] [Siblings]
24. Mathis, Sharon B. (1975). The hundred penny box. New York: The Viking Press.

Abstract:
Michael greatly admires his great-great Aunt Dew. He likes to sit with her while she sleeps or sings her "long song." She dances with him and helps him count her hundred pennies in a special box. When Michael's mother attempts to take the special box and other belongings of Aunt Drew, Michael takes a stand and defends his aging Aunt.

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

Keywords: [African American] [Aging] [Anger] [Appreciation] [Assertiveness] [Boat] [Conflict Resolution] [Courage] [Critical Thinking] [Dancing] [Decision Making] [Depression] [Determination] [Exercise] [Family] [Feelings] [Generations] [Music] [Nonverbal Communication] [Numbers] [Parents] [Peer Resistance] [Refusal Skills] [Song] [Train] [Transportation] [Verbal Communication]
25. Miles, Miska (1963). See a white horse. Boston: Atlantic Monthly Press.

Abstract:
Henry feels sad about the void left in his life after his dog, Old Tuck, passes away. When a stranger on a white horse with a brown dog comes into town, Henry wishes that he could have a new dog. The stranger allows Henry to have his brown dog, if he can find him, for the stranger has set the dog free. Henry searches desperately for the dog and finally finds it, naming it Young Tuck.

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

Keywords: [Affection] [Animals] [Assertiveness] [Critical Thinking] [Death] [Depression] [Dog] [Goal Setting] [Horse] [Loss] [Peer Resistance] [Pets] [Stress Management] [Wish]
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