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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]
2. Aliki (1998). Marianthe's story one: Painted words. Marianthe's story two: Spoken memories. New York: Greenwillow.

Abstract:
When a child moves to a new school it can be frightening. Mari not only moved to a new school, but a new culture as well. Mari uses painted pictures to communicate her words and recalls her life through spoken memories.

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

Keywords: [American] [Anticipation] [Art] [Assertiveness] [Challenges] [Change] [Conflict Resolution] [Coping] [Courage] [Critical Thinking] [Death] [Decision Making] [Determination] [Feelings] [Greek] [Learning] [Loss] [Memories] [Moving] [Nonverbal Communication] [Observation] [Peace] [Peer Resistance] [Playground] [Sadness] [School] [Self Esteem] [Siblings] [Stress Management] [Verbal Communication] [War]
3. Aliki. (1991). Christmas tree memories. New York: Harper Collins.

Abstract:
One Christmas eve, a family gathers in front of their Christmas tree. Each ornament brings back a memory. The family shares rememberences of friends, places, events and their own family through the stories of each decoration.

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

Keywords: [Christmas] [Family] [Friendship] [Holidays] [Memories] [Self Esteem] [Traditions] [Verbal Communication]
4. Aliki. (1982). We are best friends. New York: Greenwillow Books.

Abstract:
Two young boys must deal with the idea of one best friend moving away. Luckily, each meets a new friend. They are able to keep their friendship through letters.

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

Keywords: [Correspondence] [Critical Thinking] [Feelings] [Friendship] [Games] [Loneliness] [Memories] [Missing] [Moving] [Nonverbal Communication] [Playground] [Sadness] [Verbal Communication]
5. Atkins, Jeannine (1999). A name on the quilt: A story of remembrance. New York: Athenuem Books for Young Readers.

Abstract:
A family remembers an uncle that died of AIDS by constructing a quilt. Each panel reminds the family of a memory shared with Uncle Ron.

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

Keywords: [Affection] [Aids] [Art] [Author's Note] [Dancing] [Death] [Diseases] [Exercise] [Family] [Feelings] [Friendship] [Letters] [Memories] [Nonverbal Communication] [Photograph] [Quilt] [Sadness] [Sewing] [Siblings] [Skating] [Stress Management] [Symbols] [Verbal Communication]
6. Bahr, Mary (2000). If nathan were here. Grand Rapids, MI: Eerdmans Publishing Company.

Abstract:
Nathan was a brother, a wonderful best friend, and a great classmate. Then one day, Nathan was gone. "If Nathan Were Here" tells a story of what it is like for a community and family to lose a loved one. This book shows us the true need and meaning for friendship.

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

Keywords: [Baseball] [Change] [Coping] [Death] [Family] [Feelings] [Friendship] [Happiness] [Loss] [Love] [Memories] [Nonverbal Communication] [Sadness] [School] [Siblings] [Sports] [Stress Management]
7. Banks, Kate (2004). The cat who walked across France. New York: Farrar, Straus, and Giroux.

Abstract:
After the death of his owner, a cat is moved to another city. He has fond memories of the old woman and wishes to find his home again. The cat begins a journey across the country to find his way back to the stone house. When he arrives, he finds the door open, walks in, and finds a spot to fall asleep. He is awoken by two children who reminds him of the old woman with whom he finds home again.

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

Keywords: [Animals] [Bodies Of Water] [Cat] [Critical Thinking] [Exercise] [Feelings] [France] [Happiness] [Lake] [Memories] [Pond] [River] [Sadness] [Sea] [Stress Management]
8. Barbour, Karen (1991). Mr. bow tie. Orlando, FL: Harcourt Brace Jovanovich.

Abstract:
A family makes friends with a homeless man. They find out his name and invite his parents to see him. Mr. Bow tie goes home with his parents, but leaves behind his memory.

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

Keywords: [Acceptance] [Family] [Friendship] [Helping] [Kindness] [Memories] [Parents] [Respect]
9. Beake, Lesley (2006). Home now. Watertown, MA: Charlesbridge.

Abstract:
How can Sieta feel happy with so many sad pictures inside her head? She remembers her real home far away over the mountains, her parents getting sick, and Aunty taking her to live in a new place she calls Home Now. There Sieta meets another orphan with memories like her own.

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

Keywords: [Africa] [Animals] [Author's Note] [Community] [Death] [Diseases] [Elephant] [Empathy] [Family] [Feelings] [Flowers] [Friendship] [Happiness] [Home] [Illness] [Memories] [Orphan] [Parents] [Sadness] [Stars] [Sympathy]
10. Belton, Sandra (1994). May'naise sandwiches & sunshine tea. New York: Four Winds Press.

Abstract:
Big Mama shares memories of her childhood with her grandchild about a special friendship she had with Bettle Jean. Little Miss and Big Mama share the pages of a scrapbook which tells the favorite story of May'naise sandwiches and sunshine tea.

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

Keywords: [African American] [Books] [Careers] [Clothing] [Dancing] [Dentist] [Doctor] [Dreams] [Flowers] [Food] [Friendship] [Garden] [Hunger] [Imagination] [Memories] [Nutrition] [Parents] [Photograph] [Picnic] [Play] [Rain] [Running] [School] [Sun] [Teaching] [Technology] [Telephone] [Tree] [Water]
11. Belton, Sandra (2003). Pictures for Miss Josie. New York: HarperCollins.

Abstract:
A young boy is introduced by his father to Miss Josie, who as first freightens him. As he grows up, he learns to admire her and the two develop a special friendship. Soon the grown boy passes on his memories to his own son and introduces Miss Josie to him.

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

Keywords: [African American] [Aging] [Airplane] [Art] [Celebration] [Church] [Contentment] [Dancing] [Dreams] [Family] [Fear] [Giants] [Listening] [Marriage] [Memories] [Multicultural] [Radio] [Role Model] [School] [Skills] [Teeth] [Telephone] [Train] [Transportation] [Walking] [Worry]
12. Bemelmans, Ludwig (1961). Madeline in london. New York: Viking Press.

Abstract:
Madeline is in London and meets a prince. She is distraught when they have to separate. The boy runs away and Madeline finds him.

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

Keywords: [Assertiveness] [Conflict Resolution] [Critical Thinking] [Decision Making] [Feelings] [Friendship] [Memories] [Nonverbal Communication] [Peer Resistance] [Verbal Communication]
13. Biale, Rachel (1996). We are moving. Berkeley, CA: Tricycle Press.

Abstract:
Make a scrapbook on how do you feel before we move. Draw several pictures of how you feel. What does your house look like now?What will our new house look like?What is special to you before we move?

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

Keywords: [Anger] [Author's Note] [Change] [Community] [Confusion] [Coping] [Family] [Fear] [Feelings] [Happiness] [Loss] [Memories] [Moving] [Neighbors] [Perspective] [Sadness] [School] [Separation] [Stress Management] [Transportation] [Travel]
14. Billout, Guy (1993). Journey. Minnesota: Creative Education.

Abstract:
Time passes on as a man grows older.

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

Keywords: [Aging] [Critical Thinking] [Day] [Feelings] [Memories] [Moods] [Nonverbal Communication] [Sadness] [Time]
15. Blumenthal, Deborah (2001). Aunt Claire's yellow beehive hair. New York: Dial Books for Young Readers.

Abstract:
Annie, Grandma Marilyn, and Great Aunt Ruth search through family "memorabilia" as they put together an album to show to their family. While scrapbooking the many memories, Grandma Marilyn and Great Aunt Ruth share stories about makeup, clothing, jewelery, hairdos, and food. Annie learns all about the relatives she never met.

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

Keywords: [Adventures] [Affection] [Appearance] [Assertiveness] [Body Parts] [Change] [Closeness] [Collection] [Communication] [Curiosity] [Customs] [Family] [Food] [Generations] [Grief] [Helping] [Identification] [Investigation] [Listening] [Memories] [Nutrition] [Photograph] [Preparation] [Presentation] [Relationship] [Storytelling] [Traditions] [Verbal Communication]
16. Bogart, Jo Ellen (1994). Gifts. New York: Scholastic Inc.

Abstract:
Whenever Grandma goes on a trip, she brings back a present. Sometimes it's something tangible and other times it's just a memory. No matter what Grandma brings, it's always special and can be shared.

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

Keywords: [African] [Australian] [British] [Chinese] [Family] [Giving] [Grandparents] [Hawaiian] [Indian] [Memories] [Mexican] [Multicultural] [Presents] [Travel] [Verbal Communication]
17. Brandenberg, Aliki (1996). Those summers. New York: HarperCollins .

Abstract:
Take a trip to the seaside through memories. Travel to the seaside to build sandcastles and splash around in the ocean with family members. Experience the magical, musical spell of the boardwalk at night. Never forget those wonderful memories from the trip to the seaside.

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

Keywords: [Adventures] [Beach] [Bodies Of Water] [Car] [Carnival] [Clams] [Exercise] [Family] [Five Senses] [Food] [Games] [Gymnastics] [Memories] [Nutrition] [Ocean] [Parents] [Play] [Radio] [Sand] [Sea] [Seasons] [Shadows] [Shells] [Siblings] [Sports] [Summer] [Sun] [Swimming] [Technology] [Transportation] [Vacation] [Verbal Communication]
18. Brenner, Barbara (1980). The prince and the pink blanket. New York: Four Winds Press.

Abstract:
The prince carries an old pink blanket around with him at all times. It makes the prince feel safe, brave, and happy to carry the blanket. The king decides no kids are allowed to carry blankets. The king is shown a film of when he was a kid and that he too carried a blanket. Finally, the king allows the children to have their blankets back.

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

Keywords: [Feelings] [Growing Up] [Memories] [Refusal Skills] [Royalty] [Security] [Verbal Communication]
19. Bruchac, Joseph (1993). Fox song. New York: Philomel Books.

Abstract:
Jamie remembers her grandmother and all the things that they did together. These memories help Jamie deal with the loss of her grandmother.

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

Keywords: [Change] [Coping] [Critical Thinking] [Death] [Family] [Grandparents] [Loss] [Love] [Memories] [Multicultural] [Native American] [Traditions]
20. Brunhoff, Laurent de (1965). Babar comes to america. New York: Random House.

Abstract:
Babar, the elephant, visits America. Babar and other elephants visit their old friends, meet new friends, and sight see throughout America. Although Babar is sad to leave, he will always treasure the memories.

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

Keywords: [Animals] [Assertiveness] [Conflict Resolution] [Elephant] [Feelings] [Friendship] [Learning] [Memories] [Nonverbal Communication] [Sadness] [Travel] [Verbal Communication]
21. Buck, Pearl S. (1960). The christmas ghost. New York: John Day Co..

Abstract:
A small boy shares the spirit of Christmas with his family and neighborhood. One of the older neighbors tells him about a ghost who walks each Christmas Eve. In turn, the boy learns about friendship, believing, and remembering.

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

Keywords: [Christmas] [Conflict Resolution] [Critical Thinking] [Faith] [Family] [Friendship] [Ghosts] [Holidays] [Memories] [Neighbors] [Nonverbal Communication] [Sharing] [Verbal Communication]
22. Bunting, Eve (1998). So far from the sea. New York: Clarion Books.

Abstract:
Laura and her family are moving, so they are coming to visit the Manzanar War Relocation Center one last time. Years ago, this center was used to house anyone living in the United States that were of Japanese descent. These people were forced to leave their homes and come to the center because Japan bombed the United States. The center is bare now except for all of the memories and the cemetary, including her grandfather's grave.

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

Keywords: [Acceptance] [Airplane] [American] [Anger] [Anticipation] [Assertiveness] [Author's Note] [Awareness] [Bias] [Bravery] [Change] [Citizen] [Cold] [Community] [Conflict] [Confusion] [Critical Thinking] [Crow] [Culture] [Death] [Differences] [Discrimination] [Diversity] [Family] [Fear] [Feelings] [Flowers] [Forgiveness] [Generations] [Ghosts] [Grandparents] [Growing Up] [History] [Illness] [Japanese] [Japanese] [Loss] [Memories] [Monuments] [Mountains] [Moving] [Prison] [Sea] [Sky] [Snow] [Survival] [Verbal Communication] [War]
23. Bunting, Eve (1990). The wall. New York: Clarion Books.

Abstract:
A father and son go to the Vietnam Memorial Wall to see the boy's grandfather's name. The little boy does not understand the wall at first, but this experience tells him a little about how his grandfather died.

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

Keywords: [Coping] [Death] [Family] [Grandparents] [Grief] [Memories] [Nonverbal Communication] [Stress Management] [Verbal Communication] [War]
24. Bunting, Eve (1993). Someday a tree. New York: Clarion Books-Houghton Mifflin Company.

Abstract:
A family has a beautiful tree in their yard which becomes poisoned and dies. The young daughter plants her acorns in hopes of a new tree growing someday.

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

Keywords: [Caring] [Community] [Dedication] [Environment] [Memories] [Nature] [Neighbors] [Stress Management]
25. Bunting, Eve (2002). One candle. USA: Harper Collins.

Abstract:
A Jewish family spends Hanukkah that same way every year. Traditions are passed from generation to generation. After a family meal, grandma and great-aunt Rose tell their story. One very special candle is lit in honor of their memories.

Ashley Keller, 2006 for the Children's Picture Book Database at Miami University.

Keywords: [Family] [Feelings] [Food] [Generations] [Grandparents] [Hanukkah] [History] [Holidays] [Jewish] [Language] [Memories] [Multicultural] [Nutrition] [Parents] [Prayer] [Sadness] [Siblings] [Stars] [Storytelling]
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