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1. Alexander, Martha (1971). Nobody asked me if I wanted a little sister. New York: Dial Press.

Abstract:
Oliver's new baby sister gets a lot of attention and he feels neglected. He tries to give his sister away, but realizes that she wants to be with him. Oliver discovers that he will have a playmate when she is a little older.

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

Keywords: [Acceptance] [Baby] [Change] [Conflict Resolution] [Coping] [Family] [Jealousy] [Love] [Siblings]
2. Alexander, Martha (1979). When the new baby comes, i'm moving out. New York: Dial Books for Young Readers.

Abstract:
Oliver is becoming a big brother, and is dreading the arrival of his new sibling. He becomes angry and jealous and threatens to leave his mother. However, she is able to convince him that he is loved and needed at home.

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

Keywords: [Argument] [Assertiveness] [Baby] [Conflict] [Conflict Resolution] [Family] [Jealousy] [Love] [Parents] [Siblings] [Verbal Communication]
3. Anholt, Laurence (1995). Sophie and the new baby. Morton Grove, IL: Albert Whitman & Company.

Abstract:
A new baby is coming, and Sophie's going to be a big sister!She helps her mother and father prepare for the arrival of the baby, but when her little brother is born, she wishes that her family could give him back!Sophie slowly begins to realize that having a new brother might not be so bad after all.

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

Keywords: [Acceptance] [Affection] [Anticipation] [Appreciation] [Attention] [Autumn] [Baby] [Birth] [Carriage] [Change] [Cold] [Conflict Resolution] [Confusion] [Decision Making] [Disappointment] [Dolls] [Family] [Feelings] [Giving] [Jealousy] [Loneliness] [Moon] [Morning] [Night] [Nonverbal Communication] [Parents] [Patience] [Pregnancy] [Preparation] [Resentment] [Seasons] [Secrets] [Snow] [Spring] [Sun] [Verbal Communication] [Walking] [Winter] [Woods]
4. Arnold, Katya (1997). Duck, duck, goose?. New York: Holiday House.

Abstract:
A goose wishes to look different than all the other geese so she travels to all the different birds she envies and switches one of her body parts for theirs. She later learns she is unable to perform the same things the other birds can even with her new look, and she begins to appreciate her own qualities.

Mollie Steadley, 2004 for the Children's Picture Book Database at Miami University.

Keywords: [Animals] [Birds] [Crow] [Differences] [Duck] [Envy] [Fly] [Fox] [Goose] [Helping] [Jealousy] [Peacock] [Pelican] [Pond] [Rescue] [Running] [Storks] [Swan] [Swimming] [Teasing]
5. Berry, Joy (1996). Let's talk about needing attention. New York: Scholastic, Inc..

Abstract:
A girl names Casey tries all the wrong ways to get attention from her Mom and Dad. Eventually she finds solutions for achieving attention the right way and learns how to help others as well.

Mollie Steadley, 2004 for the Children's Picture Book Database at Miami University.

Keywords: [Anger] [Attention] [Baby] [Bicycle] [Birds] [Depression] [Disobedience] [Encouragement] [Envy] [Feelings] [Helping] [Jealousy] [Love] [Patience] [Resolution] [Sadness] [Self Esteem] [Support] [Teasing]
6. Blume, Judy (1974). The pain and the great one. New York: Bradbury Press.

Abstract:
A dual story of a brother and sister and how they feel about each other.

Abstract provided by Jennie Suver, 19994 for the Children's Picture Book Database at Miami University.

Keywords: [Envy] [Family] [Feelings] [Jealousy] [Peer Resistance] [Self Esteem] [Siblings]
7. Blumenthal, Deborah (1996). The chocolate-covered-cookie tantrum. New York: Clarion Books.

Abstract:
As Sophie walks home from the park with her mother, she sees another little girl eating a "chocolate-covered-cookie". Sophie's mother does not have any cookies to give her and will not allow Sophie to eat cookies so close to supper time. Sophie is outraged and throws a temper tantrum! Sophie learns that not eating a cookie before supper isn't so bad after all.

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

Keywords: [Anger] [Assertiveness] [Determination] [Disappointment] [Discipline] [Disobedience] [Emotions] [Envy] [Feelings] [Food] [Frustration] [Health] [Jealousy] [Learning] [Misbehavior] [Nonverbal Communication] [Nutrition] [Obedience] [Parents] [Patience] [Persistence] [Playground] [Refusal Skills] [Relationship] [Resentment] [Rules] [Sleep] [Stress Management] [Verbal Communication]
8. Brown, Marc (1994). Arthur's chicken pox. Boston: Little, Brown & Company.

Abstract:
Arthur's family is excited about their trip to the circus on Saturday. On Monday, Arthur gets the chicken pox. His younger sister, Dora, is jealous of all the attention Arthur receives. By Saturday, Arthur feels better, but then Dora has the chicken pox.

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

Keywords: [Attention] [Chicken Pox] [Circus] [Excitement] [Family] [Grandparents] [Illness] [Jealousy] [Parents] [Siblings] [Verbal Communication]
9. Calhoun, Mary (1991). High-wire henry. New York: William & Morrow & Co., Inc..

Abstract:
Henry, the cat, is jealous of all the attention his family pays to the new puppy. He learns how to walk a high-wire. In the end, Henry rescues the puppy from disaster. He finally gets the attention he's been craving for so much.

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

Keywords: [Animals] [Cat] [Conflict Resolution] [Decision Making] [Determination] [Dog] [Goal Setting] [Jealousy] [Nonverbal Communication]
10. Caseley, Judith (1988). Silly baby. New York: Greenwillow Books.

Abstract:
Lindsey does not welcome her new baby sister to the family at first. She finally realizes that they both have something to contribute to the family and she changes her mind.

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

Keywords: [Acceptance] [Baby] [Change] [Conflict Resolution] [Critical Thinking] [Family] [Jealousy] [Siblings]
11. Castle, C.//Weevers, P. (1986). Herbert binns and the flying tricycle. New York: Dial Books.

Abstract:
Herbert Binns is a mouse who is an incredible inventor and makes a flying tricycle. There are three animals who are jealous of him and try to sabotage his invention, but fail to do so.

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

Keywords: [Animals] [Bicycle] [Careers] [Critical Thinking] [Imagination] [Inventions] [Jealousy] [Mouse] [Peer Resistance] [Refusal Skills] [Self Esteem] [Transportation] [Verbal Communication]
12. Chorao, Kay (1991). Ida and betty and the secret eggs. New York: Clarion Books.

Abstract:
Ida and Betty are summer friends. When playing, the girls find a bird's nest with eggs in it. A new girl moves into the neighborhood, and Betty makes friends with her. Ida becomes jealous of their friendship. The nest and eggs restore the original friendship when Betty's new friend shows her real personality.

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

Keywords: [Conflict Resolution] [Friendship] [Jealousy] [Nonverbal Communication] [Peer Resistance] [Play] [Refusal Skills] [Verbal Communication]
13. Dunbar, Joyce (1999). The secret friend. Cambridge, MA: Candlewick Press.

Abstract:
Gander is writing a letter to his secret friend. As Gander adds special touches to the letter, Panda becomes jealous. He does not know this secret friend and he is worried it might be Gander's new best friend. Little does Panda know, he is Gander's only best friend.

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

Keywords: [Animals] [Birds] [Caring] [Correspondence] [Feelings] [Friendship] [Goose] [Happiness] [Jealousy] [Nonverbal Communication] [Panda] [Secrets] [Self Esteem] [Sharing] [Writing]
14. Dunbar, Joyce (1999). Panda's new toy. Cambridge, MA: Candlewick Press.

Abstract:
Panda just got a new toy and he is having a lot of fun playing with it. Gander wants to try it too, but Panda is unwilling to share. When Gander decides to play with another toy, Panda wants that one too. The friends talk about it and decide that sharing and working together are more fun than being selfish.

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

Keywords: [Animals] [Argument] [Birds] [Conflict Resolution] [Cooperation] [Feelings] [Fight] [Friendship] [Goose] [Jealousy] [Panda] [Playing] [Sadness] [Selfishness] [Sharing] [Toys] [Verbal Communication]
15. Flack, Marjorie (1950). Tim tadpole and the great bullfrog. Garden City, NY: Doubleday & Co..

Abstract:
Tim is a tadpole who feels sorry for himself because he can only swim and not jump. A bullfrog tells Tim not to be discouraged. Tim soon matures into a bullfrog and is able to jump.

Abstract provided by Amy Farren and Tanya Chislett, 1994 for the Children's Picture Book Database at Miami University.

Keywords: [Amphibians] [Assertiveness] [Change] [Conflict Resolution] [Exercise] [Feelings] [Frog] [Growing Up] [Jealousy] [Jumping] [Nature] [Sadness] [Self Esteem] [Stress Management] [Swimming]
16. Fregosi, Claudia (1976). Almira's violets. New York: Greenwillow Books.

Abstract:
A lady owned a flower shop with the most beautiful violets. Her cat was mad and jealous that the flowers got all the attention. One day she noticed that none of the plants had blossoms. Then she realized her cat had eaten the blossoms.

Abstract provided by Jennifer Najda and Tanya Chislett, 1994 for the Children's Picture Book Database at Miami University.

Keywords: [Animals] [Cat] [Conflict Resolution] [Critical Thinking] [Decision Making] [Jealousy] [Nonverbal Communication] [Pets] [Plants] [Self Esteem] [Stress Management]
17. Gollub, Matthew (1994). The moon was at a fiesta. New York: Tambourine Books.

Abstract:
The moon over Oaxaca, Mexico is jealous of the sun. She plans for a "fiesta" one night so she can have fun like the sun. Afterwards though, she realizes that this causes imbalance in nature, so she never does it again.

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

Keywords: [Celebration] [Conflict Resolution] [Jealousy] [Mexican] [Moon] [Multicultural] [Party] [Stars] [Sun]
18. Greenfield, Eloise (1974). She come bringing me that little baby girl. Philadelphia: J.B. Lipcott Co..

Abstract:
A little boy's mother brings him home a new sister instead of a new baby brother. All of the attention goes to the new baby at first. In the end, the little boy becomes a protective big brother and thinks it is pretty neat to have a little sister.

Abstract provided by Kimberly Numbers, and Lara Hazelett, 1994 for the Children's Picture Book Database at Miami University.

Keywords: [Baby] [Change] [Conflict Resolution] [Coping] [Decision Making] [Family] [Feelings] [Goal Setting] [Insecurity] [Jealousy] [Parents] [Self Esteem] [Siblings] [Verbal Communication]
19. Harper, Anita//Hellard, Susan (1986). It's not fair. New York: G.P. Putnam's Sons.

Abstract:
A new baby brother gets special, unfair attention, and so does his older sister.

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

Keywords: [Assertiveness] [Baby] [Conflict Resolution] [Critical Thinking] [Family] [Feelings] [Jealousy] [Self Esteem] [Siblings] [Stress Management] [Verbal Communication]
20. Hausman, Bonnie (1999). A to z do you ever feel like me?. New York: Dutton Children's Books.

Abstract:
How are you feeling today?Join the children in this book to find out if they are feeling the same way. Learn the letters of the alphabet while you solve the puzzles of emotions. Have fun!

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

Keywords: [Accidents] [African American] [Alphabet] [Anger] [Asian American] [Birthday] [Body Parts] [Bravery] [Confusion] [Critical Thinking] [Doctor] [Embarrassment] [Emotions] [Exercise] [Family] [Fear] [Feelings] [Friendship] [Fun] [Games] [Grandparents] [Greed] [Happiness] [Jealousy] [Kindness] [Letters] [Loneliness] [Mischief] [Morning] [Multicultural] [Nonverbal Communication] [Observation] [Party] [Pets] [Photograph] [Playground] [Playing] [Pride] [School] [Self Esteem] [Sequence] [Sharing] [Toys] [Verbal Communication] [Worry]
21. Henkes, Kevin (1990). Julius, the baby of the world. New York: Greenwillow Books.

Abstract:
Lilly is not happy about the arrival of her new baby brother, Julius. She is happier when her cousin Garland comes to visit.

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

Keywords: [Assertiveness] [Baby] [Change] [Conflict Resolution] [Critical Thinking] [Decision Making] [Feelings] [Goal Setting] [Happiness] [Jealousy] [Sadness] [Self Esteem] [Stress Management] [Verbal Communication]
22. Holabird, Katharine (1986). Angelina on stage. New York: Clarkson N. Potter, Inc..

Abstract:
Angeline and Henry are asked to do a play and both are excited. Angelina gets jealous when Henry gets to speak. During the performance, Henry gets nervous and Angelina saves him and the play.

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

Keywords: [Conflict Resolution] [Excitement] [Friendship] [Jealousy] [Nonverbal Communication] [Performance] [Self Confidence] [Selfishness] [Verbal Communication]
23. Hudson, Wade (2004). The two Tyrones. New York: Scholastic Inc..

Abstract:
Tyrone Rashon Williams goes to school on the first day, excited about his new sneakers that he bought himself. He is disappointed when he gets there and finds that everyone has the same ones, and there is a new student, Tyrone Rashon Williams. Tyrone must deal with both of his problems, and get things back to normal.

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

Keywords: [African American] [Assertiveness] [Attention] [Author's Note] [Compromise] [Conflict Resolution] [Critical Thinking] [Decision Making] [Family] [Feelings] [Friendship] [Frustration] [Goal Setting] [Individuality] [Jealousy] [Misunderstanding] [Multicultural] [Nonverbal Communication] [Parents] [Peer Resistance] [Resentment] [School] [Similarities] [Verbal Communication]
24. Hughes, Shirley (1986). Another helping of chips. New York: Lothrop, Lee & Shepard.

Abstract:
Four short stories tell about the adventures of chips and Jessie. Together they encounter adventures concerning spring cleaning, a visiting uncle, a stray kitten, and Christmas.

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

Keywords: [Adventures] [Animals] [Assertiveness] [Cat] [Christmas] [Conflict Resolution] [Critical Thinking] [Decision Making] [Family] [Fear] [Feelings] [Friendship] [Goal Setting] [Holidays] [Jealousy] [Nonverbal Communication] [Self Esteem]
25. Hughes, Shirley (1991). Wheels. New York: Lothrop, Lee, & Shepard .

Abstract:
Carlos is jealous of his friend Billy's new bicycle. He desperately wants a new one for his upcoming birthday. He realizes that friends are important and gets an unexpected better gift for his birthday.

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

Keywords: [Birthday] [Conflict Resolution] [Critical Thinking] [Decision Making] [Feelings] [Friendship] [Holidays] [Jealousy] [Nonverbal Communication] [Presents] [Self Esteem] [Verbal Communication]
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