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1. Akass, Susan (1993). Number nine duckling. Honesdale, PA: Caroline House.

Abstract:
Eight of Delushka's nine eggs have hatched. The ninth duckling is scared to come out and needs his mother's help. After he emerges from his shell, he lags behind his siblings due to his fears. All of the farm animals encourage him until he can catch up and join his family.

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

Keywords: [Animals] [Confidence] [Conflict Resolution] [Duck] [Encouragement] [Family] [Fear] [Fly] [Goal Setting] [Goat] [Helping] [Horse] [Jumping] [Parents] [Patience] [Siblings]
2. Anholt, Laurence (1998). Picasso and the girl with the ponytail. Hauppauge, NY: Barron's.

Abstract:
Sylvette is a shy young girl, until she meets Picasso. He has moved to France for the summer to work on his art. Seeing Sylvette through his window, he decides to use her as his new model. All summer they work together and become good friends. Picasso helps Sylvette unlock her secrets and artistic talent.

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

Keywords: [Anger] [Animals] [Art] [Author's Note] [Beauty] [Biography] [Careers] [Dog] [Encouragement] [Feelings] [French] [Friendship] [Fun] [Goat] [Happiness] [History] [Monkey] [Multicultural] [Nonverbal Communication] [Owl] [Photograph] [Sadness] [Seasons] [Secrets] [Shyness] [Summer] [Verbal Communication]
3. 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]
4. Blance, Ellen & Cook, Ann (1976). Lady monster helps out. Los Angeles, CA: Bowmar/Noble.

Abstract:
Monster gets a bike for his birthday. Monster doesn't know how to ride a bike. He is discouraged. The little boy and his friends try to help him, but he is too big. Lady monster comes to help and encourages him. Monster learns how to ride his bike just like all the others in the park.

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

Keywords: [Accomplishment] [Bicycle] [Birthday] [Critical Thinking] [Encouragement] [Feelings] [Friendship] [Goal Setting] [Happiness] [Helping] [Insecurity] [Kindness] [Monsters] [Nonverbal Communication] [Park] [Practice] [Self Esteem]
5. Bognomo, Joel Eboueme (1999). Madoulina: A girl who wanted to go to school: A story from south africa. Honesdale, PA: Caroline House.

Abstract:
Madoulina has dreams of becoming a doctor. She doesn't, however, go to school because her mother needs her to sell fritters in the marketplace to earn money. Madoulina meets her brother's new teacher, who convinces her mom to find a way to let her go to school.

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

Keywords: [African] [Ambition] [Argument] [Assertiveness] [Bias] [Careers] [Change] [Compromise] [Conflict Resolution] [Critical Thinking] [Decision Making] [Determination] [Doctor] [Education] [Encouragement] [Equality] [Family] [Frustration] [Goal Setting] [Growing Up] [Multicultural] [Parents] [School] [Verbal Communication] [Work] [Working Mother]
6. Branner, Toni Tickel (1997). Wilby's fitness book. Dubuque, IA: Kendall","Hunt Publishing Company.

Abstract:
Learn to exercise, stretch, eat well, and feel good about yourself with Wilby. He instructs you on how to be healthy through rhymes.

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

Keywords: [Appearance] [Biking] [Confidence] [Dancing] [Differences] [Encouragement] [Exercise] [Feelings] [Food] [Friendship] [Fun] [Happiness] [Individuality] [Jumping] [Nutrition] [Playing] [Running] [Self Esteem] [Skating] [Swimming] [Walking]
7. 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]
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. Bunting, Eve (1991). Fly away home. New York: Houghton Mifflin.

Abstract:
A little boy and his father describe their homelessness and how they live in an airport. They find hope for leaving the airport in a bird that they see trapped and eventually finding freedom and a way out.

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

Keywords: [Encouragement] [Family] [Insecurity] [Parents] [Shelter] [Stress Management]
10. 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]
11. Carle, Eric (1999). The very clumsy click beetle. New York: Philomel.

Abstract:
The very clumsy click beetle goes for a walk and accidently falls onto his back. The wise old click beetle sees him struggling and demonstrates how he can flip back to his feet. The clumsy click beetle tries and tries but cannot master it until he's about to get stepped on. He narrowly avoids the foot and saves his own life.

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

Keywords: [Accomplishment] [Adventures] [Animals] [Beetle] [Encouragement] [Escape] [Frustration] [Insects] [Learning] [Mouse] [Night] [Persistence] [Practice] [Snail] [Sounds] [Turtle] [Walking] [Worm]
12. Carlson, Nancy (1999). Look out kindergarten, here I come. New York: Viking.

Abstract:
Henry can't wait for his first day of kindergarten to begin!He imagines all the wonderful things that he and his classmates will do. When he arrives at school, Henry becomes frightened that he will get lost and won't enjoy all of his new classmates. When his teacher invites him in and shows him all the neat activities, Henry realizes again how much fun kindergarten will be!

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

Keywords: [Activities] [Animals] [Art] [Change] [Clothing] [Colors] [Confidence] [Curiosity] [Dentist] [Encouragement] [Excitement] [Family] [Fear] [Feelings] [Fun] [Games] [Growing Up] [Math] [Mouse] [Numbers] [Playing] [School] [Spelling] [Walking]
13. Carlson, Nancy (1988). I like me!. New York: Puffin Books.

Abstract:
A very fine pig lists all the good qualities she sees in herself, along with what helps her cope when she's feeling low. She points out that nothing is better than being yourself. She paints, rides her bike, reads good books, and takes care of herself.

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

Keywords: [Acceptance] [Affection] [Animals] [Appearance] [Appreciation] [Awareness] [Beliefs] [Body Image] [Body Parts] [Celebration] [Challenges] [Confidence] [Determination] [Differences] [Emotions] [Encouragement] [Feelings] [Food] [Happiness] [Health] [Honesty] [Identification] [Images] [Individuality] [Love] [Morning] [Observation] [Pig] [Recognition] [Respect] [Self Confidence] [Self Esteem] [Stress Management] [Teeth] [Understanding] [Uniqueness] [Verbal Communication]
14. Carlson, Nancy (1983/2003). Loudmouth George and the sixth-grade bully. Minneapolis, MN: Carolrhoda Books, Inc..

Abstract:
George's first day of school is ruined by Big Mike, who bullies George and steals his lunch. All week, George does everything he can to keep Big Mike happy. However, George can't live in fear forever! George and his friend Harriet spend the weekend devising a plan to stop Big Mike and his evil ways.

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

Keywords: [Accomplishment] [Aggression] [Ambition] [Animals] [Anticipation] [Appearance] [Assertiveness] [Behavior] [Bravery] [Bully] [Caring] [Challenges] [Confidence] [Conflict] [Conflict Resolution] [Critical Thinking] [Decision Making] [Determination] [Emotions] [Encouragement] [Fear] [Feelings] [Friendship] [Frustration] [Helping] [Insecurity] [Kindness] [Misbehavior] [Nonverbal Communication] [Peer Resistance] [Prevention] [Problem Solving] [Protection] [Refusal Skills] [Relief] [Rescue] [School] [Self Confidence] [Self Esteem] [Teamwork] [Teasing] [Trick] [Worry]
15. Dotlich, Rebecca K. (2002). A family like yours. Honesdale, PA: Boyds Mills Press.

Abstract:
There are so many families who do different things. Different families eat different foods, enjoy different activities, speak different languages, and live in different dwellings. There is always a family that is just right for you.

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

Keywords: [Activities] [Animals] [Baby] [Community] [Conflict Resolution] [Cooperation] [Culture] [Customs] [Decision Making] [Differences] [Diversity] [Encouragement] [Family] [Feelings] [Food] [Grandparents] [Habitat] [Home] [Nonverbal Communication] [Parents] [Relationship] [Self Esteem] [Siblings] [Uniqueness]
16. Feczko, Kathy (1985). The great bunny race. Mahwah, NJ: Troll Associates.

Abstract:
Every year, the bunnies have a race, and every year, Boomer Bunny wins. This year, Toby wants to win the race, but he thinks he is too slow. With the encouragement from Darby Duck, Toby enters the race, wins the race, and becomes "the fastest bunny of all."

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

Keywords: [Animals] [Birds] [Competition] [Determination] [Duck] [Encouragement] [Exercise] [Rabbit] [Running]
17. Flores, Travis (2004). The spider who never gave up. Bloomington, IN: AuthorHouse.

Abstract:
Sparkey the spider tries hard to overcome his inability to spin a web. With encouragement from his mom and his friends and a strong will to never give up, Sparkey finally achieves his goal of spinning the perfect web. Read about the real life struggle of Sparky, as he tries one medicine after another in hope of beating Cystic Fibrosis.

Tamara Hall, 2006 for the Children's Picture Book Database at Miami University.

Keywords: [Author's Note] [Bravery] [Challenges] [Determination] [Diseases] [Dreams] [Encouragement] [Family] [Feelings] [Insects] [Parents] [Pride] [Self Confidence] [Spider] [Trust]
18. Gauch, Particia Lee (1999). Presenting tanya the ugly duckling. New York: Philomel Books.

Abstract:
Tanya's ballet class is getting ready for their recital. Tanya is not sure why she was chosen to play the lead, after all she is only Tanya. During practices, Tanya has a hard time dancing like the ugly duckling. After the dress rehearsal, it is time for Tanya to find her character.

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

Keywords: [Accomplishment] [Acting] [Beauty] [Birds] [Clothing] [Dancing] [Duck] [Encouragement] [Exercise] [French] [Language] [Learning] [Performance] [Practice] [Self Esteem] [Teaching]
19. Gosselin, Kim (1996). Taking seizure disorders to school: A story about epilepsy. Valley Park, MO: JayJo Books.

Abstract:
Jamie is a girl who has a seizure disorder. Jamie explains what happens when she has a seizure and shares how others can help her.

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

Keywords: [Author's Note] [Critical Thinking] [Disability] [Discovery] [Diseases] [Emergency] [Encouragement] [Epilepsy] [Kindness] [School] [Verbal Communication]
20. 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]
21. Griffith, Helen V. (1995). Grandaddy's stars. New York: Greenwillow Books.

Abstract:
Janetta is excited about the upcoming visit from her Grandaddy. She makes a list of everything she wants to show him. Grandaddy shows Janetta that they share the same stars. Now when Janetta looks at the stars she realizes that Grandaddy isn't that far away after all.

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

Keywords: [Animals] [Cat] [Chicken] [Encouragement] [Excitement] [Family] [Fun] [Grandparents] [Love] [Mule] [Parents] [Playground] [School] [Sharing] [Stars] [Storytelling] [Train] [Transportation] [Verbal Communication]
22. Henkes, Kevin (2000). Wemberly worried. Minneapolis: Greenwillow Books.

Abstract:
A young mouse named Wemberky worries about everything. Now she faces her biggest worry, the first day of school. Find out what Wemberly will do with so many worries to worry about!

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

Keywords: [Acceptance] [Animals] [Bath] [Bedtime] [Birthday] [Body Parts] [Butterfly] [Car] [Change] [Confidence] [Conflict Resolution] [Dolls] [Emotions] [Encouragement] [Family] [Feelings] [Friendship] [Grandparents] [Halloween] [Happiness] [Holidays] [Imagination] [Mouse] [Noise] [Parents] [Party] [Playground] [Playing] [Rabbit] [Relief] [School] [Self Esteem] [Shyness] [Stress Management] [Verbal Communication] [Worry]
23. Krasilovsky, Phyllis (1962). The very little boy. Garden City, NY: Doubleday and Company, Inc..

Abstract:
A little boy overcomes obstacles of being small when he begins to grow up and get bigger. Comparisons are made to other objects and people in his life.

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

Keywords: [Accomplishment] [Comparisons] [Conflict Resolution] [Differences] [Encouragement] [Frustration] [Growing Up] [Sizes]
24. Krasilovsky, Phyllis (1953). The very little girl. Garden City, NY: Doubleday and Company, Inc..

Abstract:
A little girl overcomes obstacles of being small when she begins to grow up and get bigger. Size comparisons are made to other objects and people in her life.

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

Keywords: [Accomplishment] [Comparisons] [Conflict Resolution] [Differences] [Encouragement] [Frustration] [Growing Up] [Sizes]
25. Lipkind, William//Mordvinoff, Nicolas (1952). Even steven. New York: Harcourt, Brace and Company.

Abstract:
Hobie, a boy chooses Steven, a runt horse as his pet. Everyone puts Steven down until he saves the day for the ranchhands and the owner.

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

Keywords: [Animals] [Assertiveness] [Bias] [Cowboys] [Encouragement] [Friendship] [Horse] [Nonverbal Communication] [Peer Resistance] [Ranch] [Rescue] [Self Esteem] [Sizes] [Stress Management] [Uniqueness] [Verbal Communication]
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