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1. Albert, Burton (1991). Where does the trail lead?. New York: Simon & Schuster.

Abstract:
A boy explores Summertime Island and observes many things. At the end of the trail, he is back with his family.

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

Keywords: [Adventures] [Curiosity] [Exploration] [Family] [Freedom] [Island] [Nature] [Nonverbal Communication] [Observation]

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2. Banyai, Istvan (1995). Re-zoom. New York: Penguin Group.

Abstract:
Re-zoom represents a series of scenes, each from farther away. For example, an Indian is on a wrist watch worn by a man, who is painting a wall. Re-zoom illustrates different perspectives of the same scenes. (A Wordless Book).

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

Keywords: [Acting] [Activities] [Actor] [Animals] [Art] [Biking] [Boat] [Car] [Dog] [Egyptian] [Elephant] [Food] [Illusion] [Island] [Jungle] [Multicultural] [Nutrition] [Perspective] [Reading] [Subway] [Time] [Transportation] [Volcano]

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3. Banyai, Istvan (1995). Zoom. New York: Viking.

Abstract:
These artistic scenes aren't what you might think. Each is really a picture within a picture. Images zoom in and out from different perspectives and scenes from land, sea, and air in this wordless book.

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

Keywords: [Airplane] [Animals] [Art] [Boat] [Books] [Colors] [Desert] [Farm] [Island] [Perspective] [Photograph] [Planet] [Sky] [Swimming] [Transportation] [Travel]

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4. Base, Graeme (2001). The water hole. New York: Harry N. Abrams, Inc.

Abstract:
Enjoy this counting book from one to ten using various animals and wildlife. It takes place around a watering hold and follows the rain cycle. The pictures spring to life and realistically depict life around the world from countries to continents.

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

Keywords: [Africa] [Animals] [Australian] [Catfish] [China] [Counting] [Cycle] [Drought] [Europe] [Fish] [Habitat] [India] [Insects] [Island] [Jungle] [Kangaroo] [Ladybug] [Leopard] [Moose] [Mountains] [Multicultural] [Panda] [Pattern] [Rain] [Rhinoceros] [Sounds] [Tiger] [Tortoise] [Toucan] [Water] [Wildlife]

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5. Brown, Margaret Wise (1946). The little island. Garden City, NY: Doubleday & Company, Inc..

Abstract:
A kitten comes to an island and learns that the island is part of the world, just like he is. The island enjoys being both part of the world and on its own as the seasons change.

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

Keywords: [Animals] [Assertiveness] [Autumn] [Cat] [Change] [Fish] [Individuality] [Island] [Nature] [Relationship] [Seasons] [Self Esteem] [Spring] [Summer] [Winter]

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6. Bunting, Eve (1999). A picnic in october. New York: Harcourt Brace & Company.

Abstract:
Tony and his extended family celebrate the birthday of the Statue of Liberty every October. They travel out to Libery Island to have a picnic and show their appreciation to the meaning the statue brings. Tony is embarrassed by his family's dedication, but in the end realizes the meaning of the statue.

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

Keywords: [Aging] [American] [Appreciation] [Author's Note] [Awareness] [Beauty] [Birthday] [Boat] [Bodies Of Water] [Celebration] [Cold] [Critical Thinking] [Embarrassment] [Empathy] [Family] [Freedom] [Generations] [Grandparents] [Island] [Love] [Monuments] [Music] [Nonverbal Communication] [Park] [Picnic] [Recognition] [Traditions] [Transportation] [Understanding] [Wind]

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7. Chambers, Catherine (2000). Disasters in nature: Hurricanes. Chicago: Heinemann Library.

Abstract:
This informational text takes you inside a hurricane with questions of what? where? why? and when? to explain hurricane zones around the earth. Explains rain, wind, and air pressure of hurricanes. Global warming, storm tracking, and prediction problems are discussed for hurricanes and tornadoes. Learn how technology and the natural world alert us about upcoming storms.

Abstract provided by: Valerie A. Ubbes, 2007 for the Children's Picture Book Database at Miami University.

Keywords: [Australia] [Bangladesh] [Belize] [Careers] [Caribbean] [Change] [Comparisons] [Cyclone] [Destruction] [Disasters] [History] [Hurricane] [India] [Island] [Jamaica] [Japan] [Maps] [Multicultural] [Nature] [Netherlands] [Nonfiction] [Numbers] [Photograph] [Prediction] [Prevention] [Problem Solving] [Science] [Sequence] [Storm] [Technology] [Temperature] [Tornado] [Typhoon] [Weather]

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8. Crews, Nina (1998). You are here. New York: Greenwillow Books.

Abstract:
Have you ever been bored on a rainy day?Follow these two young girls on an exciting adventure with their imaginations and a magic map. Just as the magical map ends their rainy day doldrums, their mother tells them the sun is out and it's time to go to the park.

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

Keywords: [African American] [Animals] [Birds] [Boredom] [Cat] [Conflict Resolution] [Critical Thinking] [Dancing] [Decision Making] [Exercise] [Family] [Feelings] [Forest] [Games] [Giants] [Imagination] [Inventions] [Island] [Jungle] [Library] [Lost] [Magic] [Maps] [Monsters] [Multicultural] [Mythical] [Park] [Penguin] [Photograph] [Playing] [Rain] [Siblings] [Sun] [Verbal Communication] [Weather]

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9. Dorros, Arthur (1995). Isla. New York: Dutton Children's Books.

Abstract:
Rosalba and her grandmother go for an adventure. They fly from New York to la Isla. They fly over la Isla stopping to visit all of grandmother's favorite spots from her childhood. Some things have changed but not everything has.

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

Keywords: [Aging] [Airplane] [Change] [Critical Thinking] [Culture] [Family] [Grandparents] [Imagination] [Island] [Multicultural] [Sharing] [Spanish] [Transportation] [Travel]

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10. English, Karen (1996). Neeny coming, neeny going. USA: BridgeWater Books.

Abstract:
Neeny and her mom move to the big city on the mainland. They leave behind the rest of their family including Neeny's best friend, her cousin. Neeny comes back for a visit but she has changed. However, on her last night on the island Neeny once again has fun with her cousin.

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

Keywords: [African American] [Boat] [Critical Thinking] [Decision Making] [Disappointment] [Environment] [Excitement] [Family] [Feelings] [Food] [Friendship] [Grandparents] [Island] [Love] [Multicultural] [Nature] [Neighbors] [Nonverbal Communication] [Nutrition] [Parents] [Sharing] [Water]

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11. Gantschev, Ivan (1980). The volcano. London: Neugebauer Press.

Abstract:
On a beautiful island, one cranky crab seeks revenge on a powerful volcano and meets his match.

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

Keywords: [Anger] [Change] [Crab] [Crustaceans] [Feelings] [Geology] [Island] [Reptiles] [Revenge] [Turtle] [Volcano]

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12. Gibbons, Gail (1994). Christmas on an island. New York: William Morrow & Co., Inc..

Abstract:
Christmas is coming so everyone is busy making preparations on the island. On Christmas Eve, everyone gathers at church for a festive celebration.

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

Keywords: [Anticipation] [Celebration] [Christmas] [Excitement] [Friendship] [Holidays] [Island] [Kindness] [Neighbors] [Party] [Preparation] [Seasons] [Traditions] [Verbal Communication] [Winter]

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13. Haskins, Jim & Benson, Kathleen (1996). Count your way through Ireland. Minneapolis: Carolhoda Books, Inc..

Abstract:
Count your way through Ireland as you learn to count in their original language, Gaelic. Enjoy many sports, foods, and musical instruments of Ireland and handcrafted goods from lace to waterford crystal.

Allegra Ubbes, 2005 for the Children's Picture Book Database at Miami University.

Keywords: [Author's Note] [Colors] [Flag] [Geography] [History] [Ireland] [Island] [Language] [Maps] [Multicultural] [Numbers] [Poetry] [Religion] [Sequence] [Symbols] [Vocabulary]

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14. Hedderwick, Mairi (1984). Katie morag delivers the mail. Boston : Little Brown and Company.

Abstract:
Wednesdays are very hectic at the post office on the Isle of Struay, especially today with baby Liam teething. Katie Morag decides to help out by delivering the mail until she runs into some "deep water". With her confidence and the help of her grandmother, Katie successfully solves her dilema.

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

Keywords: [Anger] [Baby] [Boat] [Bodies Of Water] [Conflict Resolution] [Correspondence] [Critical Thinking] [Family] [Feelings] [Goal Setting] [Grandparents] [Happiness] [Island] [Lake] [Sadness] [Self Esteem] [Teeth] [Transportation]

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15. Hedderwick, Mairi (1985). Katie morag and the two grandmothers. Boston: Little Brown and Company.

Abstract:
Katie Morag eagerly waits for the arrival of her Grandma Mainland who lives in the "big city". Upon her arrival, Grannie Island, Katie's other grandmother tries to get Alecina, the prize sheep out of the murkey pool. Likewise the judging for the best ewe and fleece trophy is about to begin when Katie Morag saves the day.

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

Keywords: [Anger] [Animals] [Boat] [Conflict Resolution] [Critical Thinking] [Family] [Feelings] [Grandparents] [Happiness] [Island] [Nonverbal Communication] [Sheep] [Stress Management] [Transportation] [Vacation]

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16. Hopkinson, Deborah (1997). Birdie's lighthouse. New York: Atheneum Books for Young Readers.

Abstract:
Ten year-old Bertha, daughter of a lighthouse keeper, receives a diary for her birthday. She records significant family events such as their relocation to rugged Turtle Island and the time when her brother went to sea for a long time.

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

Keywords: [Author's Note] [Birds] [Birthday] [Boat] [Bodies Of Water] [Bravery] [Calendar] [Careers] [Challenges] [Change] [Courage] [Diary] [Family] [Fishing] [Fog] [Growing Up] [Hard Work] [Helping] [Heroism] [Island] [Light] [Moving] [Ocean] [Recreation] [Responsibilities] [Sea] [Seagull] [Seal] [Ship] [Storytelling] [Stress Management] [Transportation] [Transportation] [Verbal Communication] [Weather] [Writing]

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17. Joerns, Consuelo (1978). The forgotten bear. New York: Four Winds Press.

Abstract:
Stuck on an island attic and very lonely, Sam Bear sends a message in a bottle to a boy named Peter. Peter finds Sam Bear and they sail away into a storm!When Sam Bear's firecrackers are struck by lightning, they light the stormy sky, and help is found.

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

Keywords: [Adventures] [Animals] [Bear] [Boat] [Bodies Of Water] [Island] [Loneliness] [Rescue] [Sea] [Sky] [Storm] [Transportation] [Travel] [Weather]

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18. Lear, Edward (1961). The owl and the pussy cat. Boston: Little, Brown and Company.

Abstract:
An owl and a pussy cat fall in love and sail to an island to get married.

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

Keywords: [Animals] [Birds] [Boat] [Cat] [Island] [Love] [Marriage] [Owl]

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19. Lear, Edward (1968). The four little children who went around the world. New York: Macmillan.

Abstract:
Four children travel around the world in less than 18 weeks. They stop at many different islands and countries and find that each is unique.

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

Keywords: [Conflict Resolution] [Decision Making] [Imagination] [Island] [Travel] [Uniqueness] [Verbal Communication]

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20. Lehman, Barbara (2004). The red book. Boston: Houghton Mifflin Company.

Abstract:
A friendship forms when two boys from different parts of the world find a magical red book. The boy from the urban city decides to use balloons to fly to the island where his new friend lives, but he accidentally drops the red book along the way. The boy on the island is disappointed when he can no longer view his city companion in the pages of the book, but is relieved when he lands on the beach instead! Back in the city, the red book is discovered by a man riding his bike on the street (A wordless book).

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

Keywords: [Adventures] [Balloon] [Beach] [Bicycle] [Bodies Of Water] [Books] [Cold] [Correspondence] [Decision Making] [Disappointment] [Discovery] [Emotions] [Excitement] [Feelings] [Fly] [Friendship] [Goal Setting] [Happiness] [Island] [Maps] [Nonverbal Communication] [Photograph] [Relationship] [Sadness] [Sand] [School] [Sight] [Sky] [Snow] [Sun] [Surprises] [Transportation] [Travel] [Walking] [Weather]

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21. Lent, Blair (1987). Bayberry bluff. Boston: Houghton Mifflin Company.

Abstract:
Bayberry Bluff starts out as a summer tenting island but some of the campers wish to extend their visit. The campers stay and the little island becomes a small village with houses instead of tents.

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

Keywords: [Boat] [Change] [Community] [Island] [Seasons] [Summer] [Transportation] [Vacation]

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22. Lessac, Frane (1989). Caribbean alphabet. New York: Tambourine Books.

Abstract:
Come and take a trip through the Caribbean with the letters of the alphabet. Experience the different animals, foods, music, games, and landmarks of the Caribbean. The cultures and lifestyles of the people in the Caribbean are explained and pictured through this alphabetical adventure.

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

Keywords: [Airplane] [Alphabet] [Amphibians] [Beliefs] [Boat] [Bodies Of Water] [Caribbean] [Celebration] [Clothing] [Fishing] [Food] [Frog] [Indonesian] [Island] [Multicultural] [Music] [Nutrition] [Ocean] [School] [Transportation]

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23. Lester, Helen (1998). Tacky in trouble. Boston: Houghton Mifflin Company.

Abstract:
Tacky the penguin always seems to be getting himself in trouble. This time, while he is surfing, he lands on a tropical island. An elephant named Rocky is envious of Tacky's pretty flowered shirt. He almost doesn't get home because Rocky wants him to decorate his table. Thanks to Tacky's quick thinking, he leaves the island safely.

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

Keywords: [Animals] [Assertiveness] [Birds] [Bodies Of Water] [Chaos] [Cold] [Creativity] [Dancing] [Differences] [Elephant] [Exercise] [Flowers] [Ice] [Island] [Mistake] [Ocean] [Penguin] [Plants] [Problem Solving] [Travel] [Verbal Communication] [Weather] [Wind]

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24. Lewis, J. Patrick (1997). The la-di-da hare. New York: Atheneum Books for Young Readers.

Abstract:
Honeypot Bear and Commodore Mouse set sail to visit the La-di-da Hare on the Island of Oh. Upon arriving, the duo is greeted warmly by the Hare who insists they wear native Bermuda shorts and Hawaiian shirts!Bear and Mouse have so much fun together that they decide to stay with the La-di-da Hare and together admire the beauty of the Island of Oh.

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

Keywords: [Animals] [Assertiveness] [Bear] [Boat] [Bodies Of Water] [Decision Making] [Feelings] [Food] [Friendship] [Fun] [Happiness] [Hare] [Island] [Love] [Mouse] [Nutrition] [Sand] [Sea] [Transportation] [Verbal Communication]

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25. Lindgren, Astrid (1969). Skrallan and the pirates. New York: Doubleday and Company, Inc..

Abstract:
Skrallan loves to spend her summers on the island of Saltcrow with her family and friends. A curious two-year old, she gets into mischief as she plays with her grandfather and other children.

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

Keywords: [Family] [Grandparents] [Island] [Multicultural] [Parents] [Pirates] [Play] [Sea] [Seasons] [Siblings] [Summer] [Swedish]

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