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1. Alborough, Jez (1999). Duck in the truck. Hong Kong: Harper Collins Publishers.

Abstract:
As duck drives home in his truck, he hits a rock which leaves him stuck in the muck. Frog first tries to help, then sheep and finally goat. Working together the four animals are able to get the truck out.

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

Keywords: [Accidents] [Anger] [Animals] [Boat] [Car] [Critical Thinking] [Duck] [Feelings] [Frog] [Happiness] [Rhyme] [Sequence] [Sheep] [Teamwork] [Transportation] [Truck]

2. Alexander, Martha (1973). No ducks in our bathtub. New York: Dial Press.

Abstract:
David endlessly tries to convince his mother to allow him to have a pet. However, all of his choices are inappropriate. Finally, they agree on fish, so he waits for the fish eggs to hatch. Only, the eggs aren't fish eggs after all.

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

Keywords: [Animals] [Bath] [Birds] [Compromise] [Conflict Resolution] [Critical Thinking] [Decision Making] [Family] [Fish] [Frog] [Goal Setting] [Obedience] [Parents] [Pets] [Pond] [Stress Management] [Verbal Communication]

3. Aliki (1962). My five senses. New York: Harper Collins Publishers.

Abstract:
How do you taste your favorite food or see an airplane in the sky?Your five senses let you see, hear, touch, taste, and smell. You may use one sense or several at one time. Wherever you go and whatever you do, your senses are always working for you.

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

Keywords: [Airplane] [Animals] [Awareness] [Baby] [Bear] [Birds] [Body Parts] [Cat] [Dog] [Dolls] [Fire Engine] [Five Senses] [Food] [Frog] [Games] [Hearing] [Moon] [Rabbit] [Sight] [Smell] [Stars] [Taste] [Touch] [Toys] [Tree]

4. Anholt, Catherine//Anholt, Laurence (1991). All about you. New York: Scholastic Inc..

Abstract:
Everyone is different, no one is quite the same. Discover all about you!How do you feel today?Are you hungry?Each time it's a new story.

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

Keywords: [Amphibians] [Animals] [Bat] [Bath] [Bear] [Bedtime] [Birds] [Camel] [Cat] [Celebration] [Cleanliness] [Climbing] [Cow] [Dancing] [Dog] [Donkey] [Duck] [Exercise] [Family] [Feelings] [Fish] [Food] [Frog] [Goat] [Goose] [Gorilla] [Grandparents] [Happiness] [Hygiene] [Jumping] [Library] [Mole] [Monkey] [Moose] [Nutrition] [Ox] [Parents] [Party] [Picnic] [Pool] [Running] [Sadness] [School] [Seal] [Sheep] [Siblings] [Skipping] [Sleep] [Sliding] [Snail] [Walrus] [Whale] [Wolf] [Zoo]

5. Appelt, Kathi (1995). Bayou lullaby. New York: Morrow Junior Books.

Abstract:
A young girl is put to sleep by her parents telling a lullaby.

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

Keywords: [Alligator] [Amphibians] [Animals] [Birds] [Boat] [Bodies Of Water] [Cajun] [Crawfish] [Cricket] [Crustaceans] [Dragonfly] [Family] [Frog] [Heron] [Insects] [Language] [Moon] [Mosquito] [Multicultural] [Nature] [Parents] [Rhyme] [Sleep] [Stream] [Tadpole] [Transportation] [Verbal Communication]

6. Asch, Frank (1997). Moonbear's pet. New York: Simon and Schuster Books for Young Readers.

Abstract:
Bear and Little Bird are thrilled with their new friend "Splash", who is really a tadpole. When Splash begins to change, Bear and Little Bird get into an argument about which kind of animal Splash is. They come to realize that every kind of animal is valuable and special.

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

Keywords: [Amphibians] [Anger] [Animals] [Bear] [Birds] [Bodies Of Water] [Change] [Conflict Resolution] [Differences] [Feelings] [Fish] [Friendship] [Frog] [Growing Up] [Happiness] [Learning] [Pond] [Self Esteem] [Verbal Communication]

7. Ayliffe, Alex (1992). Slither, swoop, swing. New York: Viking.

Abstract:
Join animals of many shapes and sizes doing the activities they do best. Watch snakes slither, bats swoop, monkeys swing, penguins waddle, and other animals on the move.

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

Keywords: [Activities] [Animals] [Bat] [Bear] [Birds] [Cat] [Chicken] [Climbing] [Dog] [Dolphin] [Elephant] [Exercise] [Fish] [Fly] [Fox] [Frog] [Fun] [Jumping] [Koala] [Mole] [Monkey] [Mouse] [Ostrich] [Penguin] [Play] [Rabbit] [Running] [Snake] [Swimming] [Walking] [Worm] [Zebra]

8. Bagert, Brad (1995). Elephant games and other playful poems to perform. Homesdale, PA: Boyds Mills Press.

Abstract:
An entertaining and exciting array of poems cover many issues that children face. Gleeful elephants help explore child-friendly issues such as bullying, feelings, nutrition, parents, animals, dreams, school, pets, trouble-makers and sports. Entertaining illustrations and catchy poems invite the reader to continue exploring.

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

Keywords: [Aging] [Amphibians] [Anger] [Animals] [Assertiveness] [Conflict Resolution] [Critical Thinking] [Cycle] [Decision Making] [Dreams] [Elephant] [Family] [Feelings] [Frog] [Frustration] [Grandparents] [Happiness] [Listening] [Love] [Nonverbal Communication] [Parents] [Peer Resistance] [Planet] [Poetry] [Pride] [Refusal Skills] [School] [Self Esteem] [Sleep] [Space] [Superstition] [Verbal Communication]

9. Bamcroft, Catherine//Coale, Hannah (1993). Felix's hat. New York: Macmillan Publishing Co..

Abstract:
Felix loves that orange hat and takes it everywhere he goes. He dreams that a turtle brings him his hat. However, it was really his brother, Fred, who brings him the hat.

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

Keywords: [Amphibians] [Assertiveness] [Critical Thinking] [Dreams] [Frog] [Happiness] [Nonverbal Communication] [Peer Resistance] [Pond] [Refusal Skills] [Sadness] [Security] [Stress Management] [Turtle] [Verbal Communication]

10. Banks, Kate (1999). The bird, the monkey, and the snake in the jungle: a rebus book. New York: Frances Foster Books.

Abstract:
The bird, the monkey, and the snake all share a tree for a home in the jungle. They don't always get along, but when their tree falls over, they must go in search of a new home. Just when it seems like every home is already taken, they meet the frog who offers to share his home. Now that there are four in the tree, they must all get along.

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

Keywords: [Animals] [Bat] [Birds] [Conflict Resolution] [Crocodile] [Flowers] [Friendship] [Frog] [Homeless] [Jungle] [Monkey] [Moon] [Nature] [Reptiles] [Sharing] [Snake] [Spider] [Squirrel] [Stars] [Sun] [Tiger] [Tree]

11. Berenzy, Alix (1989). A frog prince. New York: Henry Holt and Co..

Abstract:
This is a life lesson concerning "love is in the eyes of the beholder". This story show how love turned a common frog into a prince.

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

Keywords: [Amphibians] [Assertiveness] [Beauty] [Body Image] [Conflict Resolution] [Decision Making] [Fable] [Fantasy] [Frog] [Goal Setting] [Love] [Nonverbal Communication] [Peer Resistance] [Refusal Skills] [Self Esteem] [Verbal Communication]

12. Bertrand, Diane Gonzales (2004). My pal, Victor. Green Bay, WI: Raven Tree Press.

Abstract:
Dominic and Victor have a special friendship in spite of Dominic’s disability. They laugh, tell jokes, and do many fun things together on the baseball field, at the amusement park, and during sleepovers.

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

Keywords: [Animals] [Baseball] [Birds] [Disability] [Dog] [Duck] [Elephant] [Friendship] [Frog] [Language] [Multicultural] [Park] [Parrot] [Running] [Sleep] [Spanish] [Sports] [Storytelling] [Swimming] [Verbal Communication] [Vocabulary] [Walking]

13. Blake, Quentin (1984). The story of the dancing frog. New York: Alfred A. Knopf.

Abstract:
A woman, Gertrude, finds a dancing frog by the river and becomes famous with her frog.

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

Keywords: [Amphibians] [Conflict Resolution] [Critical Thinking] [Dancing] [Decision Making] [Exercise] [Fame] [Frog] [Goal Setting] [Nonverbal Communication]

14. Blance, Ellen // Cook, Ann (1976). Lady monster has a plan. Los Angeles, CA: Bowmar/Noble.

Abstract:
Monster and the little boy have too many pets. They try to build a house for all of them, but they need help. Lady monster and the little girl come to help and they all cooperate to build the animal house.

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

Keywords: [Accomplishment] [Amphibians] [Animals] [Birds] [Cat] [Communication] [Conflict Resolution] [Cooperation] [Critical Thinking] [Dog] [Frog] [Goal Setting] [Helping] [Monsters] [Nonverbal Communication] [Parakeet] [Pets] [Reptiles] [Shelter] [Tools] [Turtle]

15. Bourgoing, Pascale (1992). The egg. New York: Scholastic Inc.

Abstract:
Do you know how a baby chick is hatched?Learn how other animals, birds, and fish lay eggs. Also learn the different ways that eggs are eaten by people, such as fried, caviar, chocolate, and hard-boiled.

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

Keywords: [Amphibians] [Birds] [Chicken] [Crab] [Crocodile] [Crustaceans] [Fish] [Food] [Frog] [Goose] [Mollusks] [Nutrition] [Ostrich] [Owl] [Reptiles] [Snail] [Snake] [Turkey] [Turtle]

16. Bradby, Marie (1995). More than anything else. New York: Orchard Books.

Abstract:
Booker and all the other African Americans have been set free. Money is tight and food is scarce, but the one thing that Booker cares most about is learning to read. His mother gives him an alphabet book, so he seeks the help of a man who knows how to read.

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

Keywords: [African American] [Amphibians] [Assertiveness] [Books] [Critical Thinking] [Decision Making] [Exercise] [Family] [Feelings] [Food] [Freedom] [Frog] [Frustration] [Happiness] [Hunger] [Learning] [Multicultural] [Nutrition] [Parents] [Reading] [Siblings] [Walking]

17. Brenner, Barbara (2004). One small place in a tree. New York: Harper Collins.

Abstract:
A bear scratches the bark of a tree; beetles form small openings; a woodpecker eats the beetles; bacteria takes over the tree and a small hole is formed. Although the tree is dying, this small hole is still a home for many animals. Both living and dying trees are important as shelter and home to living organisms.

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

Keywords: [Aging] [Amphibians] [Animals] [Autumn] [Bear] [Beetle] [Birds] [Birth] [Bluebird] [Change] [Critical Thinking] [Death] [Frog] [Home] [Insects] [Mouse] [Nature] [Nonverbal Communication] [Rain] [Safety] [Seasons] [Snake] [Snow] [Spider] [Spring] [Squirrel] [Summer] [Tree] [Weather] [Wildlife] [Wind] [Winter] [Woodpecker]

18. Cabrera, Jane (2005). If you're happy and you know it. New York: Holiday House Inc..

Abstract:
Come join the frogs, lions, and elephants as they spin around, stamp their feet, and flap their arms to the song "If you're happy and you know it."

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

Keywords: [Activities] [Animals] [Birds] [Elephant] [Excitement] [Feelings] [Frog] [Giraffe] [Happiness] [Hippopotamus] [Lion] [Monkey] [Mouse] [Moving] [Nonverbal Communication] [Pattern] [Raccoon] [Repetition] [Rhythm] [Verbal Communication]

19. Carle, Eric (1972). The rooster who set out to see the world. Saxonville, MA: Picture Book Studio.

Abstract:
Rooster wants to take a trip around the world. Many friends join him along the way. It gets dark, and everyone begins to worry about where they will sleep and what they will eat. Rooster decides he did not plan his trip very well. Everyone decides to go home. Rooster goes home, also. He falls asleep and dreams about his trip around the world.

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

Keywords: [Amphibians] [Animals] [Cat] [Companion] [Critical Thinking] [Decision Making] [Exploration] [Fish] [Frog] [Moon] [Reptiles] [Travel] [Turtle] [Verbal Communication]

20. Carlstrom, Nancy White (1991). No nap for benjamin badger. New York: Macmillan Publishing Company.

Abstract:
Benjamin Badger is two years old going on three. He does not believe he needs to take a nap anymore. Mama Badger explains to Benjamin that everyone needs time to slow down and rest. While Mama Badger is explaining to Benjamin about who sleeps, Benjamin falls asleep.

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

Keywords: [Amphibians] [Animals] [Badger] [Butterfly] [Conflict Resolution] [Dragonfly] [Family] [Frog] [Insects] [Parents] [Relaxation] [Reptiles] [Sleep] [Spider] [Turtle] [Verbal Communication] [Worm]

21. Carlstrom, Nancy White (1988). Better not get wet, jesse bear. New York: Macmillan Publishing Company.

Abstract:
Jesse Bear discovers many objects and animals that can get wet while he is trying to stay dry. Jesse Bear's parents buy him a pool so he can get all wet splashing.

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

Keywords: [Amphibians] [Birds] [Excitement] [Family] [Fish] [Frog] [Insects] [Parents] [Swan] [Verbal Communication] [Water] [Worm]

22. Cazet, Denys (2000). Never poke a squid. New York: Orchard Books.

Abstract:
Arnie and Raymond come home from a Halloween celebration at school. Arnie's mother asks them all about the adventures of the day. They tell her about decorating the classroom, playing games, and marching in a parade. After their story, they go off to trick-or-treat.

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

Keywords: [Animals] [Calendar] [Celebration] [Chaos] [Conflict Resolution] [Dancing] [Dog] [Family] [Food] [Friendship] [Frog] [Games] [Halloween] [Hippopotamus] [Holidays] [Language] [Math] [Parade] [Party] [Pig] [Rabbit] [School] [Spanish] [Teaching] [Verbal Communication]

23. Cherry, Lynne (1990). The great kapok tree. Orlando: Harcourt Brace Jovanovich.

Abstract:
A man begins to chop the Kapok tree down but then falls asleep. All the animals and creatures of the rainforest persuade the man while he is asleep to save the tree.

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

Keywords: [Amphibians] [Animals] [Anteater] [Bee] [Birds] [Critical Thinking] [Decision Making] [Destruction] [Forest] [Frog] [Insects] [Monkey] [Plants] [Sleep] [Snake] [Verbal Communication]

24. Cole, Henry (1998). I took a walk. New York: Greenwillow Books.

Abstract:
A boy goes on a nature walk along the woods, meadows, and pond. He explores a variety of animals, birds, plants, insects, and fish on his journey. He explores the ground, sky, and water and sees more than fifty living things.

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

Keywords: [Animals] [Birds] [Bodies Of Water] [Butterfly] [Deer] [Duck] [Exercise] [Firefly] [Fish] [Flowers] [Forest] [Frog] [Nature] [Pond] [Swallow] [Tree] [Turtle] [Walking] [Woodpecker]

25. Cole, Joanna//Calmenson, Stephanie (1996). Bug in a rug. New York: Morrow Junior Books.

Abstract:
Come learn the alphabet, match words with pictures, and tell silly stories. Bright, colorful pictures and clever rhymes help capture and hold your attention.

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

Keywords: [Airplane] [Alphabet] [Animals] [Assertiveness] [Bear] [Bicycle] [Books] [Bus] [Cat] [Concepts] [Critical Thinking] [Dog] [Elephant] [Food] [Fox] [Frog] [Goat] [Kangaroo] [Monkey] [Pig] [Poetry] [Reading] [Rhyme] [Transportation] [Truck] [Verbal Communication]
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