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1. Ackerman, Karen (1988). Song and dance man. New York: Alfred A. Knopf Inc..

Abstract:
When the children go to visit their grandpa, he takes them to the attic to show his three grandchildren what he used to do for entertainment before television was invented. He dresses up in his hat, vest, and cane, then begins to dance and sing for his grandchildren. When they go downstairs, they wonder how much he misses the good old days.

Abstract provided by Devin Stoutenborough, Billie Welbourn and Christy Jackson, 1994 for the Children's Picture Book Database at Miami University.

Keywords: [Aging] [Clothing] [Dancing] [Exercise] [Family] [Grandparents] [Imagination] [Memories] [Nonverbal Communication] [Play] [Recreation] [Respect] [Self Esteem] [Technology] [Television]

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2. Adlerman, Dan (1996). Africa calling. Danvers, MA: Whispering Coyote Press.

Abstract:
A young girl dreams of all the animals in Africa. The animals seem to capture her attention through their actions. The animals frolick in the dusk of beautiful Africa.

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

Keywords: [African] [Animals] [Dreams] [Elephant] [Hippopotamus] [Imagination] [Lion] [Monkey] [Multicultural] [Nature] [Night] [Rhinoceros] [Rhyme] [Sleep] [Snake] [Survival] [Zebra]

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3. Adoff, Arnold (1988). Flamboyan. New York: Harcourt Brace Jovanovich.

Abstract:
A little girl is named Flamboyan after a tree that is the color of her hair. One day, she imagines she is flying over her city, and she tells of all that she would see.

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

Keywords: [Body Image] [Conflict Resolution] [Dreams] [Goal Setting] [Imagination] [Self Esteem] [Travel]

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4. Agee, Jon (1992). The return of freddy legrand. New York: Farrar, Straus, & Giroux.

Abstract:
Freddy Legrand tries to fly across the Atlantic, but crashes. He is rescued by Sophie and Albert. He builds a new plane and plans and encounters great new adventures.

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

Keywords: [Adventures] [Airplane] [Assertiveness] [Bodies Of Water] [Conflict Resolution] [Critical Thinking] [Friendship] [Goal Setting] [Imagination] [Ocean] [Rescue] [Self Esteem] [Transportation] [Travel] [Trust]

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5. Ahlberg, Janet//Ahlberg, Allan (1993). It was a dark and stormy night. Great Britain: Penguin Group.

Abstract:
An eight-year-old boy named Antonio is kidnapped by thieves. The chief orders Antonio to tell a story, which he cleverly uses for his escape. His story includes all sorts of adventures.

Abstract provided by Noelle H. Savaglio, 1996 for the Children's Picture Book Database at Miami University.

Keywords: [Adventures] [Animals] [Bear] [Courage] [Critical Thinking] [Deception] [Escape] [Imagination] [Storytelling] [Verbal Communication]

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6. Alderson, Sue Ann (1974). Bonnie mcsmithers you're driving me dithers. Edmonton: Tree Frog Press.

Abstract:
Bonnie is trying to entertain herself. In the process she makes mischief and irritates her mother. Mommy's anger disturbs Bonnie. She doesn't understand why Mommy gets mad and why she doesn't play with her. Bonnie confronts her and then Mommy realizes that her daughter needs her very much.

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

Keywords: [Assertiveness] [Conflict Resolution] [Critical Thinking] [Family] [Frustration] [Games] [Imagination] [Love] [Mischief] [Parents] [Self Esteem] [Verbal Communication]

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7. Alexander, Francie (2000). Dots! dots! dots at the museum. New York: Scholastic Inc.

Abstract:
Children delve deeper into the world of art using dots and imagination. Using interactive questions, the children enjoy some real art, both paintings and sculptures.

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

Keywords: [Animals] [Art] [Colors] [Dog] [Exercise] [Fish] [Giraffe] [Illusion] [Imagination] [Interpretation] [Jumping] [Mexican] [Multicultural] [Photography] [Recycling] [Shapes]

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8. Alexander, Martha (1983). How my library grew, by dinah. New York: The H.W. Wilson Co..

Abstract:
There is a new library being built near Dinah's house. She watched it get larger and could not wait for it to open. When it did she wanted to get a card of her own, so Dinah learned how to write her name and got her own library card.

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

Keywords: [Assertiveness] [Books] [Goal Setting] [Imagination] [Library] [Nonverbal Communication] [Verbal Communication]

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9. Alexander, Sue (1990). World famous muriel and the magic mystery. New York: Thomas Y. Crowell.

Abstract:
A professor invites Muriel to watch a magician warm up before a magic show. When the magician disappears, the professor asks Muriel to find the magician for him. She needs peanut butter cookies to help her think. She finally finds him in the library and has him back in time to do his magic show.

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

Keywords: [Conflict Resolution] [Critical Thinking] [Food] [Helping] [Imagination] [Library] [Magic] [Nutrition]

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10. 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]

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11. Allen, Debbie (2000). Dancing in the wings. New York: Dial Books for Young Readers.

Abstract:
Sassy uses her unique characteristics and height to become a great ballet dancer. Sassy does not allow bullying from the other students to prevent her from trying out for a summer dance festival. Sassy learns the benefits of perseverence and self-esteem.

Abstract provided by Bianca Guynn, 2010 for the Children's Picture Book Database at Miami University.

Keywords: [Challenges] [Competition] [Dancing] [Depression] [Determination] [Dreams] [Embarrassment] [Family] [Feelings] [Glasses] [Humor] [Imagination] [Individuality] [Instruments] [Jealousy] [Multicultural] [Performance] [Persistence] [Playing] [Self Esteem] [Stars] [Theatre] [Travel]

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12. Allen, Laura Jean (1986). Where is freddy?. New York: Harper and Row.

Abstract:
Two mouse detectives solve a case of a missing youth mouse whose imagination and curiosity lead him to build and fly a hot air balloon with the help of his best friend.

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

Keywords: [Animals] [Balloon] [Critical Thinking] [Family] [Grandparents] [Imagination] [Mouse] [Mystery] [Stress Management]

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13. Anderson, Lonzo//Adams, Adrienne (1968). Two hundred rabbits. New York: Viking Press.

Abstract:
A boy wants to perform in front of the king at a festival. He first has to find a special talent. He tries to sing, juggle, and finally he comes up with something the king will love.

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

Keywords: [Animals] [Conflict Resolution] [Decision Making] [Determination] [Imagination] [Magic] [Performance] [Rabbit] [Recreation] [Royalty] [Verbal Communication]

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14. Angelou, Maya (1996). Kofi and his magic. New York: Clarkson Potter, Inc..

Abstract:
A young Ashanti boy describes some of the wonders of his life in and around the West African village of Bonwire.

Abstract provided by Clarkson Potter, Inc, 1996 for the Children's Picture Book Database at Miami University.

Keywords: [Africa] [Beach] [Bodies Of Water] [Celebration] [Colors] [Culture] [Customs] [Dancing] [Differences] [Dreams] [Imagination] [Instruments] [Language] [Magic] [Multicultural] [Music] [Ocean] [Pattern] [Photograph] [Travel]

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15. Anno, Mitsumasa (1971). Upside-downers. New York: J. Weatherhill.

Abstract:
In the land of cards, everyone has an upside-down double. Everyone bickers over who is really up and who is down. The joker guides us through this world. Finally, the king tells them it's all about your point of view.

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

Keywords: [Assertiveness] [Conflict Resolution] [Critical Thinking] [Curiosity] [Imagination] [Stress Management]

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16. Anno, Mitsumasa (1988). In shadowland. New York: Orchard Books.

Abstract:
The watchman leaves his post in Shadowland to help a poor, cold girl. The two are chased back to Shadowland when their shadows overlap and the towns people think they are witches.

Abstract provided by Anne Goehring and Teri Cline, 1994 for the Children's Picture Book Database at Miami University.

Keywords: [Conflict Resolution] [Critical Thinking] [Decision Making] [Helping] [Imagination] [Loneliness] [Nonverbal Communication] [Superstition]

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17. Asch, Frank (1985). Bear's bargain. Englewood Cliffs, NJ: Prentice Hall.

Abstract:
Bear wishes he could fly like Little Bird, and Little Bird wants to be big and strong like Bear. Both of them got their wishes fulfilled in a very creative and imaginative way.

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

Keywords: [Acceptance] [Animals] [Bear] [Birds] [Body Image] [Cooperation] [Creativity] [Creativity] [Critical Thinking] [Imagination] [Nonverbal Communication] [Self Esteem]

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18. 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]

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19. Aylesworth, Jim (1990). Hickory dickory dock. New York: Atheneum.

Abstract:
A mouse's adventures are detailed along with a clock and the time of day.

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

Keywords: [Adventures] [Animals] [Decision Making] [Imagination] [Mouse] [Rhyme] [Self Esteem] [Verbal Communication]

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20. Aylesworth, Jim (1981). Tonight's the night. Chicago: Albert Whitman & Co..

Abstract:
Daniel lays in bed one night and wants to know how it feels to fall asleep. He hears the world around him and the next thing he knows it is the morning. He is determined to try it the next night again.

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

Keywords: [Assertiveness] [Critical Thinking] [Curiosity] [Decision Making] [Determination] [Dreams] [Five Senses] [Goal Setting] [Imagination] [Night] [Sleep]

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21. Baird, Audrey B. (2001). Storm coming!. Honesdale, PA: Boyds Mills Press.

Abstract:
A collection of poems describes the different aspects of a storm, including the events before, during, and after. With vivid imagery, even an ordinary storm can come alive with Baird's poetry.

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

Keywords: [Alliteration] [Clouds] [Five Senses] [Fog] [Imagination] [Lightning] [Poetry] [Rain] [Rainbow] [Rhyme] [Signs] [Sky] [Sounds] [Storm] [Weather] [Wind]

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22. Bang, Molly (1985). The paper crane. New York: Greenwillow Books.

Abstract:
A restaurant owner loses business when the road changes. An old man comes to the restaurant and pays for his meal by making a paper crane. The crane dances when he claps his hands. The crane becomes famous and attacts many customers to the restaurant.

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

Keywords: [Birds] [Careers] [Conflict Resolution] [Crane] [Creativity] [Dancing] [Exercise] [Food] [Imagination] [Music] [Nutrition]

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23. Barklem, Jill (1986). The high hills. New York: Putnam.

Abstract:
A young mouse stirs his imagination from a book and embarks on his search for gold in the hills.

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

Keywords: [Adventures] [Animals] [Assertiveness] [Conflict Resolution] [Critical Thinking] [Decision Making] [Goal Setting] [Imagination] [Mouse] [Self Esteem] [Verbal Communication]

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24. Barner, Bob (2002). Stars! Stars! Stars!. San Francisco: Chronicle Books.

Abstract:
Learn about the solar system through colorful pictures and creative rhyme. Blast off into space to see stars and more starts.

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

Keywords: [Astronomy] [Critical Thinking] [Earth] [Imagination] [Moon] [Night] [Observation] [Planet] [Sky] [Stars]

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25. Barthelme, D. (1971). The slightly irregular fire engine. Toronto: Doubleday Canada Ltd..

Abstract:
Mathilda had hoped to see a bright shiny fire engine in her backyard when she woke up. Instead there was an odd looking Chinese house into which she went to meet her guide. After her trip, the guide promised her a gift the next day. She woke up and say a bright shiny green fire engine.

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

Keywords: [Chinese] [Fantasy] [Imagination] [Multicultural] [Transportation]

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