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1. Barrett, Judi (1970). Animals should definitely not wear clothing. New York: Simon & Schuster.

Abstract:
Take a quirky look at what might happen if animals decide to wear clothes. These amusing pictures illuminate the problems and silliness of clothing for animals.

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

Keywords: [Animals] [Camel] [Clothing] [Elephant] [Embarrassment] [Feelings] [Giraffe] [Goat] [Humor] [Kangaroo] [Mouse] [Nonverbal Communication] [Opossum] [Pig] [Porcupine] [Snake] [Walrus]

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2. Bateman, Teresa (2004). The bully blockers club. Morton Grove, IL: Albert Whitman & Company.

Abstract:
Lotty is very excited to begin a new school year. When she arrives at school, Grant Grizzly changes her attitude. He picks on her everyday, causing her to feel ill. Lotty tries to get Grant to stop by ignoring him, being his friend, and telling the teacher. It seems as if nothing can stop the bully, until Lotty and her friends create the Bully Blockers Club.

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

Keywords: [Assertiveness] [Author's Note] [Behavior] [Bully] [Conflict] [Conflict Resolution] [Critical Thinking] [Decision Making] [Determination] [Embarrassment] [Feelings] [Friendship] [Nonverbal Communication] [Peer Resistance] [Problem Solving] [Resolution] [School] [Self Esteem] [Stress] [Stress Management] [Verbal Communication]

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3. Bercaw, Edna Coe (2000). Halmoni's day. New York: Dial Books for Young Readers.

Abstract:
Jennifer's Korean grandmother arrives just in time for Grandparents Day at school. But Jennifer is afraid that her grandmother will embarrass her because she doesn't speak English. However, after her grandmother tells Jennifer's class the story of her childhood, Jennifer is not embarrassed at all.

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

Keywords: [Aging] [Airplane] [Communication] [Embarrassment] [Emotions] [Family] [Feelings] [Food] [Generations] [Grandparents] [Happiness] [Korean] [Language] [Loss] [Love] [Memory] [Multicultural] [Nonverbal Communication] [Sadness] [School] [Storytelling] [Time] [Transportation] [Travel] [Verbal Communication] [War]

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4. Brett, Jan (1997). The hat. New York: G.P. Putnam's Sons.

Abstract:
Hedgie is curious about a wool sock on the ground, but when he crawls in to investigate, it gets stuck on his prickles. He feels very embarrassed. When other farm animals laugh at him, he acts confident and proud of his new hat so that soon they wish they had hats too.

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

Keywords: [Animals] [Curiosity] [Embarrassment] [Feelings] [Hedgehog] [Nonverbal Communication] [Peer Resistance] [Seasons] [Self Esteem] [Self Esteem] [Stress Management] [Stress Management] [Teasing] [Verbal Communication] [Winter]

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5. 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]

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6. Bunting, Eve (1999). A picnic in october. New York: Harcourt Brace & Company.

Abstract:
Tony and his extended family celebrate the birthday of the Statue of Liberty every October. They travel out to Libery Island to have a picnic and show their appreciation to the meaning the statue brings. Tony is embarrassed by his family's dedication, but in the end realizes the meaning of the statue.

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

Keywords: [Aging] [American] [Appreciation] [Author's Note] [Awareness] [Beauty] [Birthday] [Boat] [Bodies Of Water] [Celebration] [Cold] [Critical Thinking] [Embarrassment] [Empathy] [Family] [Freedom] [Generations] [Grandparents] [Island] [Love] [Monuments] [Music] [Nonverbal Communication] [Park] [Picnic] [Recognition] [Traditions] [Transportation] [Understanding] [Wind]

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7. Cain, Barbara S. (1990). Double-dip feelings. Washington, D.C.: Magination Press.

Abstract:
When you first started school, were you excited?Where you scared?Did you feel both excited and scared?Feelings can be hard to understand, especially when you have two feelings at the same time. Everyone has feelings at different times for different reasons.

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

Keywords: [Animals] [Bravery] [Change] [Chicken Pox] [Competition] [Diseases] [Dog] [Embarrassment] [Exercise] [Feelings] [Friendship] [Happiness] [Illness] [New Baby] [Playing] [Reading] [Sadness] [School] [Siblings] [Stress Management] [Swimming]

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8. Choi, Sook Nyul (1993). Halmoni and the picnic. Boston: Houghton Mifflin Company.

Abstract:
Yunmi wants her grandmother, Halmoni to feel at home in New York City. However, Halmoni is having trouble adjusting to the American customs that differ so much from the customs of her native Korea. Yunmi's friends suggest that Halmoni chaperone the annual class picnic to Central Park. It may be an opportunity to open-up and feel comfortable in her new home.

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

Keywords: [Appearance] [Beliefs] [Challenges] [Communication] [Confidence] [Conflict Resolution] [Critical Thinking] [Customs] [Determination] [Differences] [Embarrassment] [Family] [Fear] [Feelings] [Food] [Generations] [Giving] [Grandparents] [Immigrants] [Insecurity] [Korean] [Language] [Loneliness] [Misunderstanding] [Multicultural] [Park] [Picnic] [Recreation] [Sadness] [Self Confidence] [Shyness] [Support] [Worry]

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9. Christelow, Eileen (2001). The great pig search. New York: Clarion Books.

Abstract:
Bert and Ethel receive a post card from Florida from runaway pigs and an adventure begins. Bert wants to go to Florida to look for the pigs while Ethel wants to go on vacation. When Bert won't stop looking for the pigs, Ethel decides she wants to go home. Bert and Ethel eventually learn that the pigs were right under their noses.

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

Keywords: [Adventures] [Animals] [Beach] [Boat] [Bus] [Communication] [Dancing] [Embarrassment] [Family] [Farm] [Feelings] [Fish] [Fishing] [Letters] [Missing] [Newspaper] [Photograph] [Pig] [Radio] [Separation] [Taxi] [Transportation] [Travel] [Vacation] [Water]

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10. Curtis, Gavin (1998). Bat boy and his violin. New York: Simon and Schuster Books.

Abstract:
Reginald loves playing the violin. His father only has time to worry about the Duke's losing streak. Reginald passionately plays the violin to improve the baseball team's losing streak. Find out what else Reginald's love for the violin improves.

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

Keywords: [Acceptance] [Accidents] [Accomplishment] [African American] [Anticipation] [Appreciation] [Baseball] [Bus] [Church] [Competition] [Embarrassment] [Emotions] [Equality] [Exercise] [Family] [Feelings] [Happiness] [Instruments] [Multicultural] [Music] [Nonverbal Communication] [Parents] [Performance] [Playing] [Practice] [Self Esteem] [Transportation] [Verbal Communication]

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11. Fain, Moira (1996). Snow day. New York: Walker Publishing Company, Inc..

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Maggie is very embarrassed when her teacher, Sister Agatha Ann, punishes her for drawing on her desk. She must write a poem and recite it for the class the following day. All night she worries about her unfinished homework, but the next day she wakes up to a snow day!Through her fun in the snow and the help from her teacher, Maggie discovers her own special way of writing poetry.

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

Keywords: [Accomplishment] [Conflict Resolution] [Discovery] [Disobedience] [Embarrassment] [Exercise] [Feelings] [Fun] [Helping] [Poetry] [School] [Seasons] [Self Esteem] [Sledding] [Snow] [Stress Management] [Verbal Communication] [Weather] [Winter] [Worry]

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12. Fassler, Joan (1971). Don't worry, dear. New York: Behavioral Publications.

Abstract:
Jenny does a lot of things little girls do; she sucks her thumb, wets the bed, stutters her words, and pretends her stuffed animals are real. Many people laugh at Jenny, but her mother tells her not to worry because things will get better as she grows up.

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

Keywords: [African American] [Animals] [Dog] [Embarrassment] [Family] [Feelings] [Growing Up] [Love] [Multicultural] [Parents] [Peer Resistance] [Pets] [Self Esteem] [Siblings] [Stress Management] [Stuttering] [Verbal Communication]

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13. Gosselin, Kim (1998). Smoking stinks. Valley Park, MO: JayJo Books, LLC..

Abstract:
Maddie and Alex get the facts about smoking!They learn the truth by interviewing Maddie's grandpa, Norman. His mistakes intrigue their class's journey to stay healthy and live smoke-free.

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

Keywords: [Allergies] [Assertiveness] [Asthma] [Cancer] [Challenges] [Clothing] [Conflict Resolution] [Critical Thinking] [Decision Making] [Diseases] [Doctor] [Drugs] [Embarrassment] [Family] [Food] [Goal Setting] [Grandparents] [Health] [Learning] [Love] [Lunch] [Mistake] [Nonverbal Communication] [Nutrition] [Parents] [Prevention] [Refusal Skills] [Safety] [School] [Self Esteem] [Smell] [Stress Management] [Support] [Teaching] [Tobacco] [Verbal Communication] [Worry]

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14. Graham, Bob (2000). Max. Cambridge, MA: Candlewick.

Abstract:
Max is the son of the legendary superheroes Captain Lightning and Madam Thunderbolt. His family has high expectations for him to follow in their footsteps and become a superhero too. Now he just needs to learn how to fly. After many persistent tries, Max still can't keep himself off the ground. His family is supportive and determined to get him to fly. Will this confidence be enough to help him fly like the birds?

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

Keywords: [Accomplishment] [Adventures] [Airplane] [Baby] [Birds] [Bully] [Challenges] [Community] [Confidence] [Courage] [Determination] [Embarrassment] [Encouragement] [Family] [Frustration] [Grandparents] [Growing Up] [Heroism] [Learning] [Parakeet] [Parents] [Peer Resistance] [Persistence] [Pride] [Rescue] [School] [Self Esteem] [Transportation]

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15. Hartman, Rachel (2002). Amy unbounded: Belondweg blossoming. Wynnewood, PA: Pug House Press.

Abstract:
Through comic book style illustrations, Amy of Eddybrook Lodge encounters many exciting adventures with her best friend. During the summer between her ninth and tenth birthday, Amy and her friend learn many lessons about life. The most important ones are that love doesn't solve everything and even heroines sometimes need help.

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

Keywords: [Actor] [Anger] [Assertiveness] [Cartoons] [Conflict Resolution] [Critical Thinking] [Decision Making] [Dragons] [Embarrassment] [Excitement] [Family] [Feelings] [Folktale] [Friendship] [Goal Setting] [Imagination] [Love] [Marriage] [Mythical] [Nonverbal Communication] [Parents] [Peer Resistance] [Pretend] [Refusal Skills] [Royalty] [Self Esteem] [Stress Management] [Verbal Communication]

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16. 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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17. Henkes, Kevin (1996). Lilly's purple plastic purse. New York: Greenwillow Books.

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Lilly wants to be a teacher like Mr. Slinger. She always says wonderful things about him until one day he takes her purple plastic purse away. For revenge, Lilly draws a nasty picture of Mr. Slinger which makes her feel worse than before. This teaches Lilly that revenge is the wrong way to resolve conflict.

Abstract provided by Cory Holycross, 1999 for the Children's Picture Book Database at Miami University.

Keywords: [Aggression] [Anger] [Animals] [Apology] [Appreciation] [Attention] [Careers] [Caring] [Compromise] [Conflict Resolution] [Consequences] [Dancing] [Decision Making] [Embarrassment] [Emotions] [Envy] [Excitement] [Exercise] [Family] [Feelings] [Food] [Forgiveness] [Fun] [Honesty] [Learning] [Mouse] [Parents] [Performance] [Play] [Pretend] [Resentment] [Respect] [Revenge] [Role Model] [Sadness] [School] [Teaching] [Truth] [Worry] [Writing]

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18. Hest, Amy (1996). Baby duck and the bad eyeglasses. Cambridge, MA: Candlewick Press.

Abstract:
Baby duck dislikes her new eyeglasses. She believes they look bad and hinder her ability to play. Her grandpa convinces her that her glasses are not so terrible after all.

Abstract provided by Lynne-Ann Bell, 1998 for the Children's Picture Book Database at Miami University.

Keywords: [Animals] [Baby] [Birds] [Boat] [Bodies Of Water] [Change] [Colors] [Conflict Resolution] [Counting] [Dancing] [Duck] [Embarrassment] [Exercise] [Family] [Glasses] [Grandparents] [Health] [Lake] [Music] [Nonverbal Communication] [Numbers] [Parents] [Park] [Play] [Reading] [Self Esteem] [Sight] [Song] [Sun] [Verbal Communication] [Vision] [Walking]

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19. Hickman, Martha Whitmore (1995). Robert lives with his grandparents. Morton Grove, IL: Albert Whitman & Co.

Abstract:
After his parents divorce, Robert goes to live with his grandparents. Robert's father moves away and his mother goes into drug rehabilitation. Even though Robert loves his grandparents, he is embarrassed to bring them to Parent's Day at school.

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

Keywords: [African American] [Anger] [Decision Making] [Divorce] [Drugs] [Embarrassment] [Family] [Feelings] [Food] [Friendship] [Grandparents] [Happiness] [Health] [Love] [Multicultural] [Nonverbal Communication] [Nutrition] [Parents] [Relief] [Sadness] [School] [School] [Self Esteem] [Verbal Communication]

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20. Hru, Dakari (1993). Joshua's masai mask. New York: Lee & Low Books.

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When Joshua is pressured by his parents to play his African instrument in the school talent show, he is embarrassed because it is not as cool as the rap his friends will do. His uncle then gives him a magical mask which makes Joshua seem cool to other people. When he realizes he would rather make music with his Kalimmba, he is a hit at the talent show.

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

Keywords: [African American] [Competition] [Embarrassment] [Empathy] [Fable] [Family] [Instruments] [Magic] [Music] [Parents] [Performance] [School]

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21. Lears, Laurie (1998). Ian's walk: A story about autism. Morton Grove, IL: Albert Whitman and Company.

Abstract:
Ian, a boy who has autism, goes for a walk in the park with his two sisters. They explore and learn the differences between how Ian views things and how they do.

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

Keywords: [Autism] [Challenges] [Disability] [Embarrassment] [Exercise] [Family] [Fire Engine] [Five Senses] [Flowers] [Food] [Love] [Nonverbal Communication] [Nutrition] [Park] [Responsibilities] [Restaurant] [Siblings] [Transportation] [Verbal Communication] [Walking]

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22. Lerner, Harriet//Goldhor, Susan (2001). Franny B. Kranny, there's a bird in your hair!. Alton, England: Harper Collins Publishers.

Abstract:
Franny B. Kranny loves her wild and crazy hairstyle, but her parents say that she needs to get her hair done before the family reunion. Initially she is upset, but then a bird decides to make her new hairstyle its home. Everyone, including Franny, loves the hairstyle. They want her to keep it, but Franny decide it's now time to cut it.

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

Keywords: [Appearance] [Beauty] [Birds] [Body Parts] [Bus] [Careers] [Cleanliness] [Embarrassment] [Family] [Feelings] [Hygiene] [Preparation] [Pride] [Reunion] [Sleep] [Teeth] [Television] [Transportation]

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23. Lish, Ted (2002). It's not my job!. Victorville, CA: Munchweiler Press.

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Things start to smell in this family's new house when their trash cans fill up with garbage. Will someone take out the trash?No one will take on this responsibility. By the end of the fifth week, trash fills up the yard around the house. It looks like it's going to take a lot of teamwork and cleaning to get their house back to normal.

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

Keywords: [Cleanliness] [Computer] [Conflict Resolution] [Decision Making] [Embarrassment] [Environment] [Family] [Goal Setting] [Helping] [Neighbors] [Parents] [Responsibilities] [Siblings] [Teamwork] [Technology] [Technology] [Telephone] [Television]

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24. Madrigan, Antonio Hernandez (1999). Erandi's braids. New York: G.P Putnum's Sons.

Abstract:
Erandi has thick, long, beautiful hair that her mother braids each morning. One day while making dinner with her mother, Erandi hears voices from the street offering money for the women's hair. Mama' explains that the hair buyers would pay well for Erandi's braids. That day they go fishing and mama' discovers that they need a new fishing net badly but they do not have money for one. The next day is Erandi's birthday and Erandi picks out a new dress for her present. On the way home mama' and Erandi stop at the barber shop where Erandi allows the barber to cut her hair so her mama' can afford a new net.

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

Keywords: [Author's Note] [Birthday] [Body Parts] [Clothing] [Clothing] [Critical Thinking] [Culture] [Decision Making] [Dolls] [Embarrassment] [Fish] [Fishing] [Food] [Language] [Market] [Mexican] [Multicultural] [Nutrition] [Playing] [Poverty] [Pride] [Recreation]

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25. McCully, Emily Arnold (1990). The evil spell. New York: Harper and Row.

Abstract:
Little Edwin bear has his first major role in a play. Edwin's struggles with stagefright and remembering his lines.

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

Keywords: [Assertiveness] [Bravery] [Conflict Resolution] [Embarrassment] [Family] [Goal Setting] [Memory] [Peer Resistance] [Performance] [Refusal Skills] [Self Esteem] [Stagefright] [Stress Management] [Verbal Communication]

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