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1. 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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2. Anderson, Laurie Halse (1996). Turkey pox. Morton Grove, IL: Albert Whitman and Company.

Abstract:
Charity's favorite holiday finally arrives, Thanksgiving. Unfortunately, she and her family are unable to travel to Nana's for dinner because Charity has come down with the chicken pox. However, Nana solicits the help of four snowplow drivers and she and the turkey arrive just in time for dinner!

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

Keywords: [Affection] [Chicken Pox] [Cooking] [Critical Thinking] [Disappointment] [Excitement] [Family] [Feelings] [Grandparents] [Holidays] [Illness] [Nonverbal Communication] [Parents] [Thanksgiving] [Turkey] [Verbal Communication]

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3. 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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4. 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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5. Bennett, Kelly (2005). Not norman: A goldfish story. New York: Candlewick Press.

Abstract:
When a boy gets Norman, a goldfish, for his birthday he is disappointed. He wants an energetic pet with which to run and play. He makes a plan to take Norman back to the pet store and get another pet. After show and tell at school, he decides to keep him. Norman likes his music and makes him laugh; besides any other pet just wouldn’t be the same, they would not be Norman.

Abstract provided by Danielle L Rhodus, 2006 for the Children's Picture Book Database at Miami University.

Keywords: [Acceptance] [African American] [Animals] [Assertiveness] [Birds] [Birthday] [Bravery] [Cat] [Climbing] [Conflict Resolution] [Critical Thinking] [Decision Making] [Disappointment] [Dog] [Exercise] [Family] [Feelings] [Friendship] [Goal Setting] [Goldfish] [Hamster] [Listening] [Lizard] [Mice] [Multicultural] [Music] [Nonverbal Communication] [Parents] [Pets] [Refusal Skills] [Running] [Sadness] [School] [Self Esteem] [Snake] [Sounds] [Surprises] [Swimming] [Verbal Communication]

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6. Bermiss, Aamir Lee (2004). I hate to be sick!. Brooklyn, NY: Scholastic, Inc..

Abstract:
A young boy wakes up feeling ill with a sore throat, cough, fever, and aching body. He soon realizes that he will not be able to attend school that day and experiences feelings of disappointment, since he will miss his friends and school activities. However, after eating soup and reading a bood with his father, the boy realizes that although he hates to be sick, he can get well again and return to school by eating well and resting.

Megan Eckes, 2006 for the Children's Picture Book Database at Miami University.

Keywords: [Anger] [Disappointment] [Emotions] [Family] [Feelings] [Frustration] [Health] [Helping] [Illness] [Medicine] [Parents] [Reading] [School] [Siblings]

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7. Blake, Quentin (1995). Clown. New York: Henry Holt and Company, Inc..

Abstract:
Clown and his friends are thrown into a garbage can in the city by a woman who no longer wants them around. Clown, however, hops out of the garbage and wanders the city to look for someone to love them. By accident, Clown finds a family and he and his buddies live happily ever after. (A Wordless Book)

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

Keywords: [Baby] [Bear] [Birds] [Clowns] [Conflict Resolution] [Critical Thinking] [Disappointment] [Elephant] [Family] [Fear] [Feelings] [Friendship] [Goal Setting] [Happiness] [Kindness] [Love] [Nonverbal Communication] [Parents] [Sadness] [Siblings] [Toys]

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8. Blance, Ellen // Cook, Ann (1976). Monster and the surprise cookie. Los Angeles, CA: Bowmar/Noble Publishers, Inc.

Abstract:
Monster and the little boy decide to throw a party! They travel to the supermarket to find refreshments for their guests. They pack their shopping cart full of cookies, but when they go through the line, they realize that they don’t have enough money! Instead, they buy a few ingredients, so they can make cookies at home. Using a recipe book, they make a variety of shaped cookies. Surprisingly, these cookies take the shape of Monster when placed together. The cookies are delicious and everyone is pleased!

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

Keywords: [Anger] [Assertiveness] [Conflict Resolution] [Counting] [Critical Thinking] [Decision Making] [Disappointment] [Feelings] [Food] [Goal Setting] [Helping] [Money] [Nonverbal Communication] [Party] [Preparation] [Recipe] [Sadness] [Shapes] [Shopping] [Taste] [Time] [Verbal Communication]

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9. Blumenthal, Deborah (1996). The chocolate-covered-cookie tantrum. New York: Clarion Books.

Abstract:
As Sophie walks home from the park with her mother, she sees another little girl eating a "chocolate-covered-cookie". Sophie's mother does not have any cookies to give her and will not allow Sophie to eat cookies so close to supper time. Sophie is outraged and throws a temper tantrum! Sophie learns that not eating a cookie before supper isn't so bad after all.

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

Keywords: [Anger] [Assertiveness] [Determination] [Disappointment] [Discipline] [Disobedience] [Emotions] [Envy] [Feelings] [Food] [Frustration] [Health] [Jealousy] [Learning] [Misbehavior] [Nonverbal Communication] [Nutrition] [Obedience] [Parents] [Patience] [Persistence] [Playground] [Refusal Skills] [Relationship] [Resentment] [Rules] [Sleep] [Stress Management] [Verbal Communication]

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10. 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]

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11. Browne, Anthony (1985). Willy the champ. New York: Random House.

Abstract:
Willy is a monkey that tries to succeed at many different things. Everytime Willy tries something, he is made fun of. Willy accidentally beats up the bully and becomes the champ.

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

Keywords: [Animals] [Disappointment] [Feelings] [Friendship] [Insecurity] [Monkey] [Peer Resistance]

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12. Brown, Marc (1995). Arthur's tv trouble. Boston, MA: Little, Brown and Company.

Abstract:
Trouble for Arthur begins while he is watching TV. He sees a commercial for Treat Timer and just has to buy one for his dog, Pal. Arthur works hard to save and collect the money, but Treat Timer does not turn out to be all that Arthur had imagined.

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

Keywords: [Animals] [Disappointment] [Dog] [Excitement] [Family] [Feelings] [Friendship] [Hope] [Money] [Neighbors] [Parents] [Siblings] [Work]

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13. Brown, Marc (1985). Arthur's tooth. Boston: The Atlantic Monthly Press.

Abstract:
Arthur wants to lose his first tooth. He is the last one in his class to lose a tooth. Finally, when one of his classmates accidentally hits him, the tooth falls out, and Arthur is happy.

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

Keywords: [Animals] [Disappointment] [Family] [Moose] [Parents] [Peer Resistance] [School] [Teasing] [Teeth] [Tooth Fairy]

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14. Brown, Marc (1997). Arthur's computer disaster. Boston: Little, Brown and Company.

Abstract:
Arthur is captivated by a new computer game and plays it while his mom is gone, even though she asked him not to. While he is playing with his friend, they both reach for the mouse and the screen suddenly goes blank. Find out if he can fix the computer before his mom gets home, or if he gets the nerve to confront his wrong doing!

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

Keywords: [Apology] [Computer] [Conflict] [Conflict Resolution] [Consequences] [Critical Thinking] [Disappointment] [Disobedience] [Family] [Games] [Honesty] [Misbehavior] [Playing] [Respect] [Technology] [Working Mother]

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15. Bunting, Eve (1994). A day's work. New York: Clarion Books.

Abstract:
Fransico takes his grandfather out to look for work. His grandfather does not speak English, so Fransico must translate. Fransico accepts a gardening job for his grandfather by telling the man he is a great gardener. When the man comes at the end of the day, he finds the job done incorrectly. Fransico's lie teaches him an invaluable lesson.

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

Keywords: [Apology] [Careers] [Conflict Resolution] [Critical Thinking] [Deception] [Decision Making] [Disappointment] [English] [Family] [Garden] [Grandparents] [Hard Work] [Honesty] [Language] [Language] [Love] [Mexican] [Multicultural] [Parents] [Pride] [Responsibilities] [Spanish] [Truth] [Verbal Communication]

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16. Bunting, Eve (1999). I have an olive tree. : Joanna Cotler Books.

Abstract:
On Sophia's seventh birthday, her grandfather gave her an olive tree. Sophia is a little disappointed by the gift and doesn't understand why her grandfather would give her an olive tree that she can't even see. After all, it is Greece and she lives in California! It isn't until her grandfather passes away that Sophia truly understands the importance and meaning of the gift when she and her mother visit the olive tree in Greece.

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

Keywords: [Appreciation] [Birthday] [Communication] [Community] [Culture] [Customs] [Dedication] [Disappointment] [Emotions] [Exploration] [Family] [Feelings] [Generations] [Geology] [Giving] [Grandparents] [Greece] [Greek] [Grief] [Immigrants] [Instruments] [Language] [Learning] [Loss] [Love] [Memories] [Memory] [Misunderstanding] [Music] [Parents] [Plants] [Presents] [Resentment] [Sadness] [Traditions] [Travel] [Tree] [Understanding] [Verbal Communication]

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17. Burns, Marilyn (1994). The greedy triangle. New York: Scholastic Inc..

Abstract:
A triangle gets bored doing the same old thing every day. He decides to take up a different shape, so he visits the "shapeshifter" to add on a few more angles. After a life of being a quadrilateral, pentagon and hexagon, the shape returns to its old self of being a triangle.

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

Keywords: [Adventures] [Appearance] [Appreciation] [Author's Note] [Boredom] [Change] [Classification] [Concepts] [Conflict] [Conflict Resolution] [Consequences] [Contentment] [Curiosity] [Decision Making] [Disappointment] [Exploration] [Friendship] [Identification] [Identity] [Lost] [Math] [Mistake] [Recognition] [Self Esteem] [Shapes]

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18. 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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19. Catalanotto, Peter (1995). The painter. New York: Orchard Books.

Abstract:
A young girl loves to spend time with her father but he plays with her only at mealtimes. Between meals, he paints in his studio. She wants to play with her father but he says no. When she asks to paint, she spends time with her daddy and becomes a painter too.

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

Keywords: [Art] [Careers] [Creativity] [Dancing] [Disappointment] [Exercise] [Family] [Feelings] [Happiness] [Love] [Magic] [Nonverbal Communication] [Parents] [Sadness] [Self Esteem] [Success]

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20. Chall, Marsha Wilson (2000). Bonaparte. New York: Dorling Kindersley Publishing.

Abstract:
Jean Claude is going to boarding school, but no dogs are allowed at La School d'Excellence. Poor Bonaparte must find a way to be with Jean Claude!

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

Keywords: [Animals] [Architecture] [Assertiveness] [Bedtime] [Careers] [Caring] [Compromise] [Critical Thinking] [Critical Thinking] [Culture] [Determination] [Disappointment] [Dog] [Family] [Feelings] [Food] [French] [Friendship] [Frustration] [Happiness] [Health] [Instruments] [Loneliness] [Love] [Monuments] [Multicultural] [Music] [Nutrition] [Parents] [Pets] [Problem Solving] [Rules] [Sadness] [School]

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21. Davis, Katie (1999). I hate to go to bed!. Singapore: Harcourt Brace & Company.

Abstract:
This little girl hates to go to bed because she knows she is missing a party. But she still comes up with plenty of ways to make it to the party before it's over.

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

Keywords: [Bath] [Bedtime] [Books] [Boredom] [Colors] [Communication] [Creativity] [Critical Thinking] [Curiosity] [Determination] [Disappointment] [Discovery] [Disobedience] [Dreams] [Goal Setting] [Imagination] [Parents] [Party] [Preparation] [Reading] [Sleep] [Teeth]

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22. DePaola, Tomie (2005). Stage struck. New York: G.P. Putnam's Sons.

Abstract:
Tommy knows the story of Peter Rabbit by heart. When his class decides to put on the production he wants to be cast in the roll of Peter. Tommy is so excited he does not pay attention to his teacher and as a result gets cast as Mopsy. However, Tommy has a plan to keep him in the spotlight.

Rebecca Hartan, 2006 for the Children's Picture Book Database at Miami University.

Keywords: [Acting] [Ambition] [Animals] [Attention] [Confidence] [Conflict] [Cooperation] [Creativity] [Dancing] [Disappointment] [Forgiveness] [Friendship] [Garden] [Humor] [Independence] [Listening] [Mouse] [Obedience] [Parents] [Performance] [Rabbit] [School] [Self Confidence]

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23. Duvoisin, Roger (1957). The house of four seasons. New York: Lithrop, Lee and Shepard Company.

Abstract:
A family buys a house and fixes it up. They decide to paint it many colors. They have some trouble getting the colors they want, but in the end, everything works out.

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

Keywords: [Assertiveness] [Autumn] [Colors] [Conflict Resolution] [Critical Thinking] [Disappointment] [Family] [Parents] [Seasons] [Shopping] [Siblings] [Spring] [Summer] [Verbal Communication] [Winter]

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24. Edwards, Pamela Duncan (1998). Honk!The story of a prima swanerina. New York: Hyperion Books for Children.

Abstract:
Mimi Swan loves the ballet. She practices her dancing all of the time and shows that she is very persistent. Mimi Swan dances her way into the Paris Opera House to perform in a production of Swan Lake.

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

Keywords: [Animals] [Bias] [Birds] [Conflict Resolution] [Critical Thinking] [Dancing] [Disappointment] [Discrimination] [Duck] [Feelings] [French] [Happiness] [Hard Work] [Individuality] [Language] [Nonverbal Communication] [Opera] [Peer Resistance] [Performance] [Persistence] [Pigeon] [Practice] [Problem Solving] [Swan] [Theatre]

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25. Ehrlich, H.M. (2000). Louie's goose. Boston: Houghton Mifflin Company.

Abstract:
Louie's toy goose goes everywhere he goes. Sometimes the goose needs to be fixed. Louie's mom and dad, and even the sun, fixes the goose.

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

Keywords: [Accidents] [Accomplishment] [Affection] [Animals] [Assertiveness] [Beach] [Birds] [Boat] [Bodies Of Water] [Caring] [Clams] [Coping] [Crab] [Critical Thinking] [Crustaceans] [Decision Making] [Disappointment] [Dog] [Exercise] [Family] [Feelings] [Goose] [Happiness] [Helping] [Ocean] [Parents] [Play] [Sadness] [Sand] [Seagull] [Seasons] [Self Confidence] [Self Esteem] [Song] [Summer] [Swimming] [Toys] [Verbal Communication]

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