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1. Atwell, Debby (1996). Barn. New York: Houghton Mifflin.

Abstract:
After the American Revolution, a barn is built and endures the many stages of history. The barn describes its transitions through farming days, world wars, peace rallies, and other historical events.

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

Keywords: [Accidents] [Accomplishment] [Aging] [Animals] [Autumn] [Baby] [Change] [Cow] [Depression] [Family] [Fire] [Food] [Grandparents] [History] [Horse] [Multicultural] [Native American] [Parents] [Peace] [Reunion] [Seasons] [Siblings] [Snow] [Spring] [Summer] [War] [Weather] [Wind] [Winter]
2. Baker, Betty (1962). Little runner of the longhouse. New York: Harper and Row.

Abstract:
Little Runner pretends that he is grown up like the other men of the tribe. He pretends to hunt and trade like his elders.

Abstract provided by Sally Bayes-Foxx, 1995 for the Children's Picture Book Database at Miami University.

Keywords: [Animals] [Assertiveness] [Bodies Of Water] [Critical Thinking] [Dancing] [Decision Making] [Deer] [Family] [Games] [Multicultural] [Native American] [Parents] [River] [Self Esteem] [Snow] [Weather]
3. Baker, Betty (1975). Three fools and a horse. New York: Macmillan .

Abstract:
Three Fools (a fictional tribe invented by the Apache Indians) go looking for buffalo and see horses for the first time. Three of the Indians want a horse to help them become big, important men. Instead of becoming bigger men, they make bigger fools of themselves.

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

Keywords: [Assertiveness] [Conflict Resolution] [Critical Thinking] [Food] [Helping] [Multicultural] [Native American] [Nonverbal Communication] [Self Esteem] [Verbal Communication]
4. Balet, Jan (1965). Joanjo. New York: Delacorte Press.

Abstract:
Joanjo is sick of life in his fishing village. He dreams of a life far away from the village. He awakens to realize that perhaps a fisherman's life is a good life after all.

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

Keywords: [Careers] [Conflict Resolution] [Critical Thinking] [Decision Making] [Dreams] [Goal Setting] [Multicultural] [Native American]
5. Baylor, Byrd (1974). Everybody needs a rock. New York: Charles Scribner's Sons.

Abstract:
There are many things to consider when selecting a rock. What special qualities would you look for when playing with rocks?

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

Keywords: [Appreciation] [Collection] [Decision Making] [Goal Setting] [Multicultural] [Native American] [Nature] [Patience] [Rocks]
6. Benchley, Nathaniel (1964). Red fox and his canoe. New York: Harper & Row.

Abstract:
A little Indian boy, Red Fox, takes out the canoe his father made for him. Something unexpected happens when he is fishing.

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

Keywords: [Adventures] [Assertiveness] [Boat] [Conflict Resolution] [Critical Thinking] [Decision Making] [Family] [Fishing] [Independence] [Multicultural] [Native American] [Self Esteem] [Transportation] [Verbal Communication]
7. Benchley, Nathaniel (1972). Small wolf. New York: Harper & Row.

Abstract:
Small Wolf, a young Indian Boy, wants to become a man, so he goes off to the woods to hunt. While there, he finds white men who do not want to talk and they shoot at him. The tribe moves time and time again away from the white men, until there is no where else to move and their tribe dies out.

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

Keywords: [Decision Making] [Growing Up] [Multicultural] [Native American] [Nature] [Woods]
8. Brodsky, Beverly (2003). Buffalo. New York: Marshall Cavendish.

Abstract:
The buffalo was very important for the survival of Native Americans. Learn more in this informational book about the history and importance of the buffalo. Excerpts from Native American songs and many original paintings add an artistic dimension.

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

Keywords: [Animals] [Art] [Author's Note] [Body Parts] [Bones] [Buffalo] [Canyon] [Ceremony] [Clothing] [Conflict Resolution] [Culture] [Customs] [Food] [Hunting] [Indian] [Multicultural] [Native American] [Nonverbal Communication] [Religion] [Song] [Stress Management] [Survival] [Traditions]
9. 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]
10. Bunting, Eve (1997). Moonstick: The seasons of the sioux. New York: HarperCollins.

Abstract:
A young Sioux is taught the way of life by his father. The young boy is too young to do many things, but one day he will be able to do what he is taught. When the seasons change, he makes another notch in his moonstick.

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

Keywords: [Author's Note] [Change] [Family] [Growing Up] [Learning] [Moon] [Multicultural] [Native American] [Parents] [Poetry] [Rhyme] [Seasons] [Self Esteem] [Spring] [Summer] [Traditions] [Verbal Communication] [Winter]
11. Campbell, Nichola I. (2005). Shi-shi-etko. Toronto: Groundwood Books.

Abstract:
Shi-shi-etko is a young Native American who will be leaving for residential school in a few days. Before she leaves, her family takes her on walks and canoe rides to learn about nature. She gathers all the information she can and adds them to her memories before leaving.

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

Keywords: [Critical Thinking] [Family] [Grandparents] [Learning] [Multicultural] [Native American] [Nature] [Parents] [School] [Traditions]
12. Chanin, Michael (1997). The chief's blanket. Tiburon, CA: H.J. Kramer.

Abstract:
After the rain, Flower longs for a day when she will see the great chief. When she has to make a blanket for him, she doubts her weaving skills. With her grandmother's love and encouragement, Flower makes the blanket. Will the chief ever receive such a gift?

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

Keywords: [Anger] [Animals] [Author's Note] [Canyon] [Clouds] [Colors] [Confidence] [Decision Making] [Excitement] [Family] [Feelings] [Flowers] [Garden] [Giving] [Goal Setting] [Grandparents] [Happiness] [Horse] [Illness] [Multicultural] [Native American] [Nature] [Plants] [Sadness] [Spiritual]
13. Chin-Lee, Cynthia (2005). Amelia to zora. Watertown, MA: Charlesbridge.

Abstract:
Explore in an alphabet formula, biographies that examine different successes and triumphs of famous women in history from Amelia Earhart to Zora Neale.

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

Keywords: [Quotes] [Accomplishment] [African American] [Alphabet] [American] [Appreciation] [Assertiveness] [Author's Note] [Careers] [Change] [Courage] [Determination] [Discovery] [Discrimination] [Equality] [Hard Work] [History] [Inventions] [Japanese] [Mexican] [Multicultural] [Native American] [Nonverbal Communication] [Peer Resistance] [Persistence] [Photograph] [Pioneers] [Pride] [Role Model] [Self Esteem] [Success]
14. Clark, Ann Nolan (1942). There still are buffalo. Sante Fe: Ancient City Press.

Abstract:
In the Dakotas, a buffalo bull baby is born to the Sioux. Its life is traced as it learns from the herd and grows to eventually become its leader.

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

Keywords: [Animals] [Bull] [Cowboys] [Critical Thinking] [Growing Up] [Multicultural] [Native American] [Nonverbal Communication] [Parents]
15. Coerr, Eleanor (1995). Buffalo bill and the pony express. New York: HarperCollins Publishers.

Abstract:
A young, determined Buffalo Bill uses his head to overcome nature and the dangers of the old west.

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

Keywords: [Animals] [Critical Thinking] [Determination] [Horse] [Native American] [Nature] [Robbery] [Wolf]
16. Coerr, Eleanor (1983). The bell ringer and the pirates. New York: Harper & Row.

Abstract:
Pio is a young Indian who lives on a mission. The people at the mission discover that pirates will arrive in two days so they hide in the hills. Pio stays behind to ring the bells so his friends and family know when the pirates come and leave.

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

Keywords: [Assertiveness] [Conflict Resolution] [Critical Thinking] [Decision Making] [Family] [Friendship] [Helping] [Multicultural] [Native American] [Pirates] [Refusal Skills] [Sounds]
17. Cowley, Joy (1998). Big moon tortilla. Honesdale, PA: Boyds Mills Press.

Abstract:
Marta Enos has just finished her homework when she accidentally knocks it out the window. She doesn't know what to do so she asks her grandmother for help. With a song and a warm tortilla, Grandmother helps Marta feel better.

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

Keywords: [Accidents] [Animals] [Author's Note] [Birds] [Coping] [Decision Making] [Desert] [Dog] [Eagle] [Family] [Feelings] [Food] [Glasses] [Grandparents] [Happiness] [Hard Work] [Hunger] [Lion] [Multicultural] [Native American] [Nature] [Nutrition] [Problem Solving] [Sadness] [Song] [Stress Management] [Symbols] [Vision]
18. Dalgliesh, Alice (1954). The thanksgiving story. New York: Charles Scribner's Sons.

Abstract:
The pilgrims voyage across the ocean from England to the new world. Many hardships await them in America, but they are determined to get there. After a long, cold winter and a beautiful spring, summer and autumn, the pilgrims celebrate Thanksgiving with the Indians.

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

Keywords: [Baby] [Boat] [Bodies Of Water] [Family] [Food] [Holidays] [Multicultural] [Native American] [Nutrition] [Ocean] [Parents] [Thanksgiving] [Transportation]
19. Dengler, Marianna (1996). The worry stone. Flagstaff, AZ: Northland.

Abstract:
When growing up, Amanda loved her Grandfather and his stories. But now that Amanda is old, she feels lonely. One day at the park she befriends a lonely boy. She is able to give the boy something very special. Then he gives her something in return.

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

Keywords: [Aging] [Author's Note] [Death] [Family] [Feelings] [Folktale] [Fossil] [Giving] [Grandparents] [Hope] [Loneliness] [Memories] [Multicultural] [Native American] [Park] [Rocks] [Self Esteem] [Sharing] [Storytelling] [Verbal Communication] [Worry]
20. dePaola, Tomie (1978). The popcorn book. New York: Scholastic Inc.

Abstract:
Where does popcorn come from?This book gives the history of popcorn along with some helpful hints for storing, preparing, and popping popcorn.

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

Keywords: [Celebration] [Food] [History] [Multicultural] [Native American] [Nutrition] [Plants] [Recipe]
21. Diehl, Jean Heilprin (2006). Loon chase. Mt. Pleasant, SC: Sylvan Dell Publishing.

Abstract:
A boy discovers that his domesticated dog still has powerful instincts similar to animals in the wild. There is a surprise encounter between the dog and a mother loon: the bigger animal doesn't necessarily prevail. In his moment of wonder, the boy finally meets the loon himself.

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

Keywords: [Animals] [Author's Note] [Birds] [Bodies Of Water] [Critical Thinking] [Dog] [Family] [Fear] [Feelings] [Independence] [Lake] [Loon] [Multicultural] [Native American] [Nature] [Parents] [Play] [Relief] [Teamwork] [Transportation]
22. Fowler, Allan (1994). Corn-on and off the cob. Chicago: Childrens Press.

Abstract:
The many different ways corn can be used and prepared are discussed. Other topics include the history of corn and the way corn is grown.

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

Keywords: [Farm] [Food] [Multicultural] [Native American] [Nutrition]
23. Garland, Sherry (1995). The summer sands. San Diego, CA: Harcourt Brace and Company.

Abstract:
When a raging storm destroys the sand dunes that several animals and plants called home, a community works together to restore the dunes in a most creative way. Includes an author's note about the ecology of the coastal sand dunes and what is being done to preserve them.

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

Keywords: [Animals] [Autumn] [Beach] [Birds] [Bodies Of Water] [Christmas] [Clouds] [Cold] [Colors] [Community] [Cooperation] [Crab] [Crustaceans] [Environment] [Family] [Five Senses] [Flowers] [Fun] [Games] [Grandparents] [Habitat] [Helping] [Holidays] [Hurricane] [Imagination] [Multicultural] [Native American] [Nonverbal Communication] [Ocean] [Rain] [Relaxation] [Sand] [Sea] [Seasons] [Sounds] [Storm] [Storytelling] [Summer] [Vacation] [Verbal Communication] [Water] [Weather] [Wind] [Winter]
24. Gearge, Jean (2001). Nutik, the wolf pup. New York: Harper Collins Publishers.

Abstract:
As Eskimo girl brings a sickly wolf pup home to her brother who cares for it until it's old enough to rejoin the pack. The two grow close, so when it is time for the pup to leave, they can't say good-bye.

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

Keywords: [Animals] [Caring] [Companion] [Conflict Resolution] [Courage] [Decision Making] [Family] [Feelings] [Multicultural] [Native American] [Nonverbal Communication] [Parents] [Pets] [Sadness] [Show] [Siblings] [Storytelling] [Weather] [Wolf]
25. Gerrard, Roy (1996). Wagons west. New York: Farrar, Straus, and Giroux.

Abstract:
Buckskin Dan and his followers embarked on a wild and dangerous journey on the Oregon Trail. After many exciting adventures like fighting off outlaws and saving an Indian boy, the group finally settles in the Willamette Valley.

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

Keywords: [Accomplishment] [Adventures] [Animals] [Bodies Of Water] [Bravery] [Conflict Resolution] [Courage] [Cow] [Curiosity] [Decision Making] [Discovery] [Dog] [Dreams] [Emotions] [Excitement] [Feelings] [History] [Horse] [Hunting] [Mountains] [Moving] [Multicultural] [Native American] [Nonverbal Communication] [Poetry] [Relief] [River] [Survival] [Transportation] [Verbal Communication] [Wagon]
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