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1. Adler, David A. (1997). Chanukah in chelm. New York: Lothrop, Lee, and Shepard Books.

Abstract:
Mendal, the caretaker of the Chelm synagogue must find a table to set the menorah on. He searches the synagogue and cannot find one. Rabbi Nachman sends him to a carpenter to get one. Preparation for Hanukkah in this town of Chelm is remarkably eventful and fun.

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

Keywords: [Author's Note] [Beliefs] [Church] [Critical Thinking] [Customs] [Dancing] [Exercise] [Folktale] [Food] [Hanukkah] [Holidays] [Humor] [Jewish] [Multicultural] [Nutrition] [Prayer] [Preparation] [Religion] [Traditions] [Verbal Communication] [Winter]
2. Allard, Harry (1974). The stupids step out. Boston: Houghton Mifflin Co., Inc..

Abstract:
The Stupids go out for the day to visit their grandparents. They go past a store and make fun of the people staring back at them from the mirrors.

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

Keywords: [Aggression] [Family] [Grandparents] [Humor]
3. Allard, Harry//Marshall, James (1989). The stupids take off. Boston: Houghton Mifflin Co..

Abstract:
The Stupid family go on a trip to escape from their bizarre uncle. While on their trip, they run into more bizarre relatives. They have one adventure after another until they reach home.

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

Keywords: [Adventures] [Family] [Humor] [Imagination] [Nonverbal Communication] [Peer Resistance] [Travel] [Verbal Communication]
4. Avi (2002). Things that sometimes happen. New York: Simon & Schuster.

Abstract:
This collection of short stories are exaggerated to intrigue your imagination. The stories are full of odd events involving animals, traveling, and much more.

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

Keywords: [Acceptance] [Accomplishment] [Adventures] [Animals] [Appearance] [Bear] [Beverage] [Camel] [Car] [Cat] [Critical Thinking] [Decision Making] [Dragons] [Elephant] [Excitement] [Feelings] [Friendship] [Goal Setting] [Happiness] [Hard Work] [Hippopotamus] [Home] [Humor] [Illness] [Imagination] [Individuality] [Kindness] [Monkey] [Repetition] [Self Esteem] [Storytelling] [Success] [Teamwork] [Tiger] [Transportation] [Travel] [Verbal Communication] [Water] [Weather]
5. Barrett, Judi (1978). Cloudy with a chance of meatballs. New York: Macmillan Publishing Co..

Abstract:
Grandpa tells a bedtime story about a town where all the food came from the sky in rain, snow, hurricane, and tornado forms. It becomes a disaster, and people flee to a new town.

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

Keywords: [Animals] [Change] [Community] [Conflict Resolution] [Food] [Grandparents] [Grief] [Happiness] [Humor] [Hurricane] [Moving] [Nonverbal Communication] [Rain] [Sadness] [Snow] [Storm] [Survival] [Tornado] [Weather]
6. 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]
7. Bateman, Teresa (2004). April foolishness. Morton Grove, IL: Albert Whitman & Company.

Abstract:
The grandkids are excited to visit grandma and grandpa's farm. Today is April Fool's and they want to trick grandpa. The grandkids can't understand why grandpa remains so calm when they tell him all the animals have escaped. Grandma lends a hand to help trick grandpa.

Anna Manley, 2006 for the Children's Picture Book Database at Miami University.

Keywords: [Animals] [April Fools] [Confusion] [Cooking] [Cow] [Family] [Farm] [Food] [Garden] [Goat] [Grandparents] [Humor] [Nutrition] [Pig] [Rhyme] [Rhythm] [Sheep] [Trick]
8. Browne, Anthony (2000). Willy's pictures. Italy: Candlewick Press.

Abstract:
Follow along as Willy includes himself in fun remakes of classic paintings. Then challenge yourself to match Willy's art to the original masterpiece.

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

Keywords: [Art] [Differences] [Gorilla] [History] [Humor] [Images] [Monkey] [Nonverbal Communication] [Perspective] [Similarities]
9. Calmenson, Stephanie//Cole, Joanna (1997). Rockin' reptiles. New York: William Morrow & Company.

Abstract:
Allie the Alligator is a typical young girl. She and her two girlfriends have lots of fun together playing games and dressing up. The three of them will do anything to be able to go to the Rockin Reptiles concert, their favorite band. There's a catch though -- only two can go.

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

Keywords: [Alligator] [Basketball] [Bias] [Biking] [Boat] [Boat] [Challenges] [Competition] [Conflict Resolution] [Cooking] [Dancing] [Dedication] [Exercise] [Family] [Friendship] [Fun] [Games] [Humor] [Jumping] [Moving] [Music] [Neighbors] [Peer Resistance] [Play] [Relationship] [Reptiles] [Selfishness] [Song] [Sports] [Technology] [Telephone] [Verbal Communication]
10. Carson, Jo (1990). Pulling my leg. New York: Orchard Books.

Abstract:
Uncle Tom is willing to help pull the loose tooth. He says he will need a hammer, screwdriver, and pliers. As she is being tickled by her father and Uncle Tom, her loose tooth falls out. She is now able to eat porkchops at her grandmother's birthday. Uncle Tom decides that all of his tools were not necessary to remove her tooth.

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

Keywords: [Birthday] [Celebration] [Critical Thinking] [Family] [Fun] [Grandparents] [Humor] [Love] [Parents] [Tooth Fairy] [Verbal Communication]
11. Cole, Brock (2000). Buttons. New York: Farrar, Straus and Giroux.

Abstract:
One day, a father loses his buttons. His three daughters set out to save their father from humiliation. While searching for the buttons, the girls ironically find love.

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

Keywords: [Charity] [Conflict Resolution] [Critical Thinking] [Determination] [Family] [Feelings] [Giving] [Happiness] [Humor] [Love]
12. Daly, Niki (1998). Bravo, zan angelo!. New York: Farrar, Straus and Giroux.

Abstract:
Angelo Polo is a young boy who passionately wants to be a clown like his grandfather Zan Polo. His grandfather tells him that the theater is no place for a little boy. Finally, Zan Polo tells Angelo that he can be "the little red rooster who crows in the last act." So, Angelo scurries and runs all over the city to prepare for his performance during the carnival. It turns out that Angelo is an excellent rooster and his grandfather agrees that the theater can be a place for a little boy.

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

Keywords: [Acting] [Anger] [Assertiveness] [Carnival] [Clowns] [Excitement] [Family] [Feelings] [Frustration] [Grandparents] [Happiness] [Holidays] [Humor] [Italian] [Language] [Multicultural] [Nonverbal Communication] [Performance] [Sadness] [Self Esteem] [Shyness] [Theatre] [Verbal Communication]
13. Day, Alexandra (1994). Frank and ernest on the road. New York: Scholastic Inc..

Abstract:
Frank and Ernest drive a truck. They learn truck language along the way. They use funny words that have a real meaning to truck drivers.

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

Keywords: [Careers] [Humor] [Language] [Transportation] [Travel] [Truck] [Verbal Communication]
14. 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]
15. DK Publishing (2005). Do gloves go on feet?. New York: DK Publishing.

Abstract:
Do you wear a winter coat to the pool? No, you wear a winter coat in the snow! This book asks and answers silly yet important questions for children.

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

Keywords: [Autumn] [Beach] [Bedtime] [Classification] [Clothing] [Cold] [Concepts] [Decision Making] [Glasses] [Humor] [Learning] [Pattern] [Problem Solving] [Seasons] [Snow] [Spring] [Stars] [Summer] [Understanding] [Verbal Communication] [Winter]
16. Dunbar, Polly (2004). Dog blue. Cambridge, MA: Candlewick Press.

Abstract:
A young boy named Bertie loves the color blue. Bertie also loves dogs, but he does not have a blue dog. He pretends that he has a blue dog, until he actually finds a real dog! Although his new dog is black and white, Bertie loves him and decides to name him Blue.

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

Keywords: [Animals] [Closeness] [Colors] [Conflict Resolution] [Dreams] [Excitement] [Feelings] [Friendship] [Goal Setting] [Happiness] [Humor] [Imagination] [Nonverbal Communication] [Pets] [Play] [Pretend] [Relationship] [Verbal Communication]
17. Ehrlich, Amy (1993). Parents in the pigpen, pigs in the tub. New York: Dial Books for Young Readers.

Abstract:
When little Millie forgets to close the pasture gate, the animals discover the good life inside the house. As the animals take over, the family moves to the barn. After a while, even the animals get tired of their new life, and eventually everything returns to normal.

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

Keywords: [Animals] [Barn] [Celebration] [Chicken] [Conflict Resolution] [Cow] [Family] [Farm] [Humor] [Nonverbal Communication] [Parents] [Pig] [Sheep] [Siblings] [Verbal Communication]
18. Fraser, Betty (1990). First things first. New York: Harper and Row Publishers.

Abstract:
Various situations are presented and explained by a suitable proverb. Each situation begins with the statement, "What do you say when.."

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

Keywords: [Feelings] [Humor] [Manners] [Moods]
19. Gwynne, Fred (1976). A chocolate moose for dinner. New York: Simon & Schuster Inc..

Abstract:
A girl imagines the things her parents talk about from watching television. What are such things as gorilla warfare, car pools, and fishing tackle?It is a fun play-on-words.

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

Keywords: [Creativity] [Curiosity] [Family] [Food] [Fun] [Humor] [Imagination] [Nutrition] [Parents] [Technology] [Television]
20. Himmelman, John (1993). Wanted: Perfect parents. Minneapolis: Bridge Water Books .

Abstract:
A boy dreams of perfect parents who would let him do whatever he would like to do. He tells a very wild story about what happens if he was in charge of the house

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

Keywords: [Cleanliness] [Family] [Fantasy] [Humor] [Hygiene] [Mischief] [Parents] [Storytelling]
21. Ipcar, Dahlov (1975). Bug city. New York: Holiday House.

Abstract:
A family of bugs go about their everyday life working, shopping, and having fun. They encounter worms, lightening bugs, butterflies, and other insects throughout the day.

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

Keywords: [Ant] [Beetle] [Butterfly] [Community] [Family] [Fun] [Humor] [Insects] [Parents] [Play] [Self Esteem] [Shopping] [Verbal Communication]
22. Ireland, Karin (2003). Don't take a snake for a stroll. San Diego, CA: Harcourt.

Abstract:
A little boy talks about taking a variety of animals into public places. Using his imagination he describes what could possibly happen. In the end, he advises to just take people along and leave the animals at home.

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

Keywords: [Animals] [Bodies Of Water] [Coyote] [Critical Thinking] [Decision Making] [Duck] [Elephant] [Exercise] [Fantasy] [Humor] [Imagination] [Kangaroo] [Moose] [Ocean] [Pets] [Pig] [Rabbit] [Rhyme] [Rhythm] [Shopping] [Skunk] [Snake] [Swimming] [Television] [Walking]
23. Jefferds, Vincent (1983). Disney's elegant abc book. New York: Simon and Schuster.

Abstract:
All of the Disney characters in this book explain the ABCs through rhythm and fun.

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

Keywords: [Alphabet] [Colors] [Counting] [Humor] [Nonverbal Communication] [Numbers] [Rhyme] [Sequence] [Storytelling] [Verbal Communication]
24. Johnson, Paul (1993). The cow who wouldn't come down. New York: Orcherd Books.

Abstract:
Miss Rosemary has a problem when her cow, Gertrude, starts flying and won't stop. Miss Rosemary has to use some clever tricks to get Gertrude to act as a cow should, including using a help wanted sign.

Abstract provided by Brian J. Hoyt, 1996 for the Children's Picture Book Database at Miami University.

Keywords: [Animals] [Cow] [Critical Thinking] [Deception] [Humor] [Problem Solving]
25. Jurmain, Suzanne Tripp (2006). George did it. New York: Dutt on Children's Books.

Abstract:
George Washington shows his leadership skills by leading the United States Army to victory to gain their independence. Although George is nervous and reluctant, he accepts the challenge to become the first President of the United States of America.

Abstract provided by Sydney Antonio for the Children's Picture Book Database at Miami University.

Keywords: [American] [Assertiveness] [British] [Conflict Resolution] [Decision Making] [Fear] [Feelings] [Goal Setting] [Holidays] [Humor] [Independence] [Independence Day] [Leadership] [Multicultural] [Nonverbal Communication] [Politics] [President] [Responsibilities] [Self Esteem] [Speech] [Stress Management] [Trust] [Verbal Communication] [War]
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