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1. 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]
2. Battle-Lavert, Gwoddolyn (2000). The music in derrick's heart. New York: Holiday House.

Abstract:
Derrick, a young African American boy, learns to make music on the harmonica. Uncle Booker T., a talented musician, spends each day, one hot summer, teaching Derrick the art of playing the harmonica. Finally, after much practice and determination, Derrick discovers the secret of Uncle Booker T.'s music: it comes from the heart.

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

Keywords: [African American] [Arthritis] [Band] [Dancing] [Determination] [Diseases] [Exercise] [Five Senses] [Generations] [Instruments] [Learning] [Multicultural] [Music] [Patience] [Play] [Playing] [Practice] [Seasons] [Sleep] [Sounds] [Summer]
3. Brown, Margaret Wise (1955). The little brass band. New York: Harper and Brothers.

Abstract:
A band gathers on a trail, then go into a town to play for people. When they are finished, they slowly go their separate ways.

for the Children's Picture Book Database at Miami University.

Keywords: [Community] [Instruments] [Money] [Music] [Sounds] [Verbal Communication]
4. Buchholz, Quint (1999). The collector of moments. New York: Farrar, Straus and Giroux.

Abstract:
A violin player becomes quick friends with an artist, Max, who moves into the apartment above her family's. She is curious about the secrets that were held in his imaginative paintings. When Max does share his paintings with her, she is amazed at what she sees.

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

Keywords: [Anticipation] [Appreciation] [Art] [Beach] [Bodies Of Water] [Collection] [Companion] [Creativity] [Critical Thinking] [Curiosity] [Ferry] [Friendship] [Imagination] [Instruments] [Music] [Nonverbal Communication] [Ocean] [Sea] [Secrets] [Self Esteem] [Sharing] [Snow]
5. Bunting, Eve (1999). I have an olive tree. : Joanna Cotler Books.

Abstract:
On Sophia's seventh birthday, her grandfather gave her an olive tree. Sophia is a little disappointed by the gift and doesn't understand why her grandfather would give her an olive tree that she can't even see. After all, it is Greece and she lives in California! It isn't until her grandfather passes away that Sophia truly understands the importance and meaning of the gift when she and her mother visit the olive tree in Greece.

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

Keywords: [Appreciation] [Birthday] [Communication] [Community] [Culture] [Customs] [Dedication] [Disappointment] [Emotions] [Exploration] [Family] [Feelings] [Generations] [Geology] [Giving] [Grandparents] [Greece] [Greek] [Grief] [Immigrants] [Instruments] [Language] [Learning] [Loss] [Love] [Memories] [Memory] [Misunderstanding] [Music] [Parents] [Plants] [Presents] [Resentment] [Sadness] [Traditions] [Travel] [Tree] [Understanding] [Verbal Communication]
6. Burleigh, Robert (2001). Lookin' for bird in the big city. New York: Silver Whistle","Harcourt.

Abstract:
Miles Davis loves music. Wherever he is, Miles can feel music. Miles dreams of playing his trumpet with the great saxophonist, Charlie "Bird" Parker, so he travels to New York City to find him. After many hours of searching, Miles finds Bird and the two play beautiful music together.

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

Keywords: [African American] [Assertiveness] [Birds] [Confidence] [Dreams] [Feelings] [Ferry] [Five Senses] [Goal Setting] [Imagination] [Instruments] [Listening] [Multicultural] [Music] [Performance] [Rhythm] [Sounds] [Subway] [Transportation]
7. Bynum, Eboni//Jackson, Roland (2004). Jamari's drum. Toronto, Canada: Groundwood Books.

Abstract:
Jamari grows up drawn to the beating of the djembe, the keeper of the peace, the great drum of his Mali village beating to pacify the mountain. Jamari grows older and becomes the drummer of the djembe. He eventually gets caught up in other aspects of village life. When the village is once again threatened by the angry mountain, Jamari returns to his post as drummer for village peace.

Abstract provided byTony Kinne, 2006 for the Children's Picture Book Database at Miami University.

Keywords: [Africa] [African] [Clothing] [Community] [Dedication] [Fable] [Family] [Five Senses] [Harmony] [Instruments] [Language] [Marriage] [Mountains] [Multicultural] [Music] [Peace] [Rhythm] [Storytelling] [Traditions]
8. Carter, Don (2002). Heaven's all star jazz band. New York: Alfred A. Knopf.

Abstract:
A young boy's grandpa dies and he goes to heaven. In heaven his grandpa Jack is in a jazz band with all the great.

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

Keywords: [African American] [Angel] [Band] [Dancing] [Death] [Diversity] [Emotions] [Family] [Feelings] [Grandparents] [Happiness] [Instruments] [Multicultural] [Music] [Nonverbal Communication] [Vocabulary]
9. Chall, Marsha Wilson (2000). Bonaparte. New York: Dorling Kindersley Publishing.

Abstract:
Jean Claude is going to boarding school, but no dogs are allowed at La School d'Excellence. Poor Bonaparte must find a way to be with Jean Claude!

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

Keywords: [Animals] [Architecture] [Assertiveness] [Bedtime] [Careers] [Caring] [Compromise] [Critical Thinking] [Critical Thinking] [Culture] [Determination] [Disappointment] [Dog] [Family] [Feelings] [Food] [French] [Friendship] [Frustration] [Happiness] [Health] [Instruments] [Loneliness] [Love] [Monuments] [Multicultural] [Music] [Nutrition] [Parents] [Pets] [Problem Solving] [Rules] [Sadness] [School]
10. Chocolate, Debbi (1999). The piano man. New York: Walker.

Abstract:
A young girl tells a tale of her admiration for her grandfather's musical talents. She describes his experiences in playing the piano in silent films, Broadway, and Vaudeville. His love for music is passed on to her through these tales.

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

Keywords: [African American] [Aging] [Author's Note] [Careers] [Dancing] [Entertainment] [Excitement] [Exercise] [Family] [Grandparents] [History] [History] [Instruments] [Memories] [Multicultural] [Music] [New Baby] [Respect] [Theatre] [Travel]
11. Coleman, Evelyn (1998). To be a drum. Morton Grove, IL: Albert Whitman and Company.

Abstract:
Daddy Wes whispers to his two young children about the history of Africans forced into slavery and how the pulse of the drum has moved through them over time. Daddy Wes promises his children that as long as they can hear the heartbeat of the earth, they will be free.

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

Keywords: [Africa] [African] [Bodies Of Water] [Careers] [Colors] [Community] [Culture] [Five Senses] [Freedom] [Hearing] [History] [Instruments] [Language] [Multicultural] [Music] [Nonverbal Communication] [Ocean] [Playing] [Pride] [Rhythm] [Sea] [Ship] [Slavery] [Sounds] [Spiritual] [Storytelling] [Symbols] [Time] [Verbal Communication] [War]
12. Cooper, Helen (1996). The boy who wouldn't go to bed. New York: Dial Books for Young Readers.

Abstract:
Not wanting to go to sleep, a little boy rides away in his car to find someone to stay up and play with him all night. As the determined little boy drives off, he encounters exciting things such as a lion and a parade of soldiers. After searching for someone to play with him, the little boy finds someone who is still awake.

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

Keywords: [Animals] [Assertiveness] [Bedtime] [Car] [Conflict Resolution] [Disobedience] [Family] [Imagination] [Instruments] [Moon] [Music] [Night] [Parade] [Play] [Shadows] [Sizes] [Sleep] [Train] [Transportation]
13. Cowen, Catherine (1998). My friend the piano. New York: Lothrop, Lee & Shepard Books.

Abstract:
Even though this little girl thinks she is a wonderful piano player, mother insists on lessons. But the piano is friends with the young girl and wants her to continue playing her own music. To avoid being sold, they take off on an exciting adventure.

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

Keywords: [Adventures] [Conflict Resolution] [Creativity] [Differences] [Feelings] [Friendship] [Instruments] [Music] [Practice] [Relationship] [Sounds]
14. Cumberbatch, Judy (2006). Can you hear the sea?. New York: Bloomsbury Children's Books.

Abstract:
Sarah's grandpa gives her a special shell and says if she listens carefully she can hear the sea, but all she hears are everday village noises.

Abstract provided by Library of Congress, 2006 for the Children's Picture Book Database at Miami University.

Keywords: [Africa] [African] [Animals] [Beliefs] [Bodies Of Water] [Cooking] [Family] [Food] [Fruit] [Grandparents] [Instruments] [Listening] [Monkey] [Multicultural] [Music] [Nonverbal Communication] [Persistence] [River] [Sea] [Shells] [Sounds] [Trust] [Village]
15. 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]
16. Cutler, Jane (1999). The cello of mr. o. New York: Dutton Children's Books.

Abstract:
Join Mr. O and the rest of his worn-torn city as he plays music to improve the city's spirits. Just when things were bad enough, a rocket destroys the truck that helps to save the town. See what the community does to keep healthy during this crisis time of war.

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

Keywords: [Anger] [Car] [Conflict Resolution] [Courage] [Days Of The Week] [Family] [Fear] [Feelings] [Fight] [Fish] [Flowers] [Food] [Friendship] [Grandparents] [Happiness] [Instruments] [Laziness] [Mountains] [Multicultural] [Music] [Nonverbal Communication] [Parents] [Running] [Sadness] [Seasons] [Self Esteem] [Siblings] [Stress Management] [Time] [Transportation] [Truck] [Walking] [War] [Water] [Winter] [Wood]
17. DeFelice, Cynthia (2000). Cold feet. New York: Dorling Kindersley Publishing, Inc..

Abstract:
Playing the bagpipes is Willie McPhee's favorite form of entertainment, but because his audience is unable to pay for his entertainment, Willie is forced to leave. On his journey to find money, he becomes tired and his clothes wear out. Across the forest he sees a dead man and since his shoes are torn, he takes the dead man's boots. As he approaches a house to find hospitality, see how the dead man comes back to haunt him.

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

Keywords: [Animals] [Author's Note] [Behavior] [Body Parts] [Caring] [Clothing] [Cold] [Compromise] [Consequences] [Cow] [Critical Thinking] [Death] [Decision Making] [Exercise] [Folktale] [Giving] [Instruments] [Snow] [Sounds] [Storytelling] [Survival] [Travel] [Walking] [Weather] [Winter]
18. Ellis, Veronica (1989). Afro-bets: First book about africa. Orange, NJ: Just Us Books.

Abstract:
Mr. Amegashie explores the cultural diversity, rich history, and the beautiful and exciting land of Africa.

Abstract provided by Just Us Books, 1989 for the Children's Picture Book Database at Miami University.

Keywords: [Africa] [African] [Animals] [Art] [Bodies Of Water] [Business] [Camel] [Celebration] [Ceremony] [Culture] [Customs] [Dancing] [Desert] [Discrimination] [Diversity] [Egypt] [Family] [Forest] [Geography] [Ghana] [History] [Horse] [Hyena] [Independence] [Instruments] [Islam] [Learning] [Leopard] [Library] [Maps] [Mountains] [Multicultural] [Music] [Muslim] [Nigerian] [Nonfiction] [Nonverbal Communication] [Photograph] [Religion] [River] [School] [Ship] [Slavery] [Storytelling] [Traditions] [Transportation] [Verbal Communication] [Village] [Water] [Zimbabwe]
19. Gray, Libba Moore (1999). When uncle took the fiddle. New York: Orchard Books.

Abstract:
Stretching and yawning with slumberous faces a family seems so sleepy and sluggish... until Uncle puts the rappa-tap-tap back in their step with the cheerful music he plays on his fiddle. Soon every generation of the family is singing, dancing, and frolicking around the house.

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

Keywords: [Animals] [Baby] [Cat] [Dancing] [Dog] [Entertainment] [Exercise] [Family] [Fun] [Generations] [Grandparents] [Instruments] [Music] [Neighbors] [Parents] [Rhyme] [Siblings] [Sleep] [Sounds]
20. Hagen, Jeff (1995). Hiawatha passing. New York: Henry Holt and Company, Inc..

Abstract:
A young boy awakens on a cold winter night to the sound of a passenger train roaring past his grandparent's farm. What do you know about the train "Hiawatha"?

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

Keywords: [Anticipation] [Bedtime] [Cold] [Colors] [Environment] [Excitement] [Family] [Five Senses] [Grandparents] [Hearing] [Instruments] [Listening] [Nature] [Night] [Noise] [Nonverbal Communication] [Observation] [Sight] [Sky] [Sleep] [Snow] [Sounds] [Stars] [Train] [Transportation] [Travel] [Verbal Communication] [Weather] [Wind] [Winter]
21. Harwell-Celenza, Anna (2004). The heroic symphony. Watertown, MA: Charlesbridge.

Abstract:
Ludwig Van Beethoven learns he is going deaf. He is an accomplished and promising young pianist and this devastates him. Beethoven realizes his condition is actually leading to his destiny not his downfall. In creating his symphony no. 3 he searches for a hero on which to base his musical inspiration. He eventually realizes it is about him!

Abstract provided by Susan Baker-Gillette, 2006 for the Children's Picture Book Database at Miami University.

Keywords: [Assertiveness] [Austria] [Author's Note] [Careers] [Conflict Resolution] [Deafness] [Decision Making] [Goal Setting] [History] [Instruments] [Intelligence] [Listening] [Loss] [Loyalty] [Music] [Nonverbal Communication] [Patience] [Problem Solving] [Relationship] [Sadness] [Self Esteem] [Verbal Communication]
22. Haskins, James//Benson, Kathleen (1998). African beginnings. New York: Lothrop, Lee & Shepard Books.

Abstract:
This book explores and celebrates the powerful impact people of African descent have made on world history, and on the American experience

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

Keywords: [Africa] [African] [Animals] [Architecture] [Art] [Bodies Of Water] [Business] [Clothing] [Culture] [Dancing] [Death] [Desert] [Discrimination] [Donkey] [Egypt] [Europe] [Flood] [Food] [Geography] [Ghana] [Hard Work] [History] [Instruments] [Islam] [Leadership] [Lizard] [Maps] [Multicultural] [Music] [Muslim] [Nigerian] [Nonfiction] [Nonverbal Communication] [Ocean] [Religion] [River] [Ship] [Slavery] [Time] [Traditions] [Transportation] [Verbal Communication] [Village] [Work] [Zimbabwe]
23. Hayes, Ann (1995). Meet the marching smithereens. San Diego: Harcourt Brace & Company.

Abstract:
Join the parade as the drum major leads the rest of the marching smithereens down the street towards the cheering crowd. Each animal plays a different instrument to make a sound the crowd loves.

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

Keywords: [Alligator] [Animals] [Band] [Bear] [Beaver] [Crocodile] [Elephant] [Exercise] [Fun] [Giraffe] [Hippopotamus] [Instruments] [Kangaroo] [Lion] [Mice] [Monkey] [Moose] [Mouse] [Music] [Nonverbal Communication] [Parade] [Parade] [Rabbit] [Raccoon] [Rhinoceros] [Rhythm] [Skating] [Sounds] [Tiger] [Turtle] [Verbal Communication] [Walking] [Zebra]
24. Hearne, Betsy (1997). Seven brave women. New York: Greenwillow Books.

Abstract:
A young girl tells the story of her family's history. She explains how each of her female ancestors played a very important role in the shaping of this family's history.

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

Keywords: [Aging] [Airplane] [Anger] [Animals] [Art] [Author's Note] [Basketball] [Boat] [Careers] [Coping] [Farm] [Feelings] [Flowers] [German] [God] [Grandparents] [History] [Horse] [Hospital] [Instruments] [Loneliness] [Loss] [Medicine] [Multicultural] [Music] [Native American] [Parents] [School] [School] [Science] [Sports] [Storytelling] [Transportation] [War]
25. Hest, Amy (2004). Mr. george baker. Cambridge, MA: Candlewick Press.

Abstract:
Mr. George Baker is a 100 year old musician who lives next door to Harry, a young schoolboy. They wait for the school bus together each morning to take them to school. They are both learning to read, and helping each other along the way.

Anne Jesionek, 2006 for the Children's Picture Book Database at Miami University.

Keywords: [African American] [Aging] [Autumn] [Bus] [Dancing] [Exercise] [Food] [Friendship] [Happiness] [Instruments] [Multicultural] [Music] [Neighbors] [Rhythm] [School] [Seasons] [Transportation]
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