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1. Anno, Masaichiro//Anno, Mitsumasa (1981). Anno's magical abc: An anamorphic alphabet. New York: Philomel Books.

Abstract:
Children's eyes are opened to the excitement of seeing and learning the alphabet in a different way. Although initially distorted, the letters can be easily viewed when using a silver tube as directed.

Abstract provided by Liza Friedmann and Noelle H. Savaglio, 1996 for the Children's Picture Book Database at Miami University.

Keywords: [Alphabet] [Angel] [Creativity] [Japanese] [Letters] [Magic] [Multicultural] [Mystery] [Pirates] [Sequence] [Ship] [Transportation]

2. Blaustein, Muriel (1992). Jim's chimp story. New York: Simon & Schuster Books.

Abstract:
In school Jim Chimp is always afraid of getting called on. One day when he is called on to tell a story, he tells a wild and crazy adventure about a pirate ship.

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

Keywords: [Accomplishment] [Adventures] [Imagination] [Pirates] [School] [Shyness] [Storytelling]

3. 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]

4. Collington, Peter (1987). The angel and the soldier boy. New York: Knopf.

Abstract:
A little girl dreams a story. She dreams her little angel and soldier boy come alive to save her coin from the pirates who stole it. (A Wordless Book)

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

Keywords: [Angel] [Critical Thinking] [Dreams] [Nonverbal Communication] [Pig] [Pirates] [Robbery] [Sleep]

5. Faulkner, Matt (1987). The amazing voyage of jackie grace. New York: Scholastic Inc..

Abstract:
Jackie goes into the bathroom with his ship to take a bath. In the bathtub, he begins to imagine that he is sailing in a ship with other men. After a huge storm appears, they run into pirates and have a confrontation. Jackie conquers the captain of the pirates when all of a sudden his mother calls for him to get out of the bathtub.

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

Keywords: [Cleanliness] [Conflict Resolution] [Family] [Hygiene] [Imagination] [Parents] [Pirates]

6. Feiffer, Jules (1997). Meanwhile. New York: HarperCollins Publishers.

Abstract:
Raymond is busy fighting pirates, cowboys, and martians, but MEANWHILE...mom wants his help time and time again. Will Raymond ever listen?

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

Keywords: [Animals] [Conflict Resolution] [Correspondence] [Cowboys] [Critical Thinking] [Decision Making] [Family] [Fantasy] [Helping] [Horse] [Listening] [Misbehavior] [Nonverbal Communication] [Obedience] [Parents] [Pirates] [Problem Solving] [Shark] [Ship] [Writing]

7. Gilman, Phoebe (1990). Grandma and the pirates. New York: Scholastic Inc.

Abstract:
Grandma, her granddaughter, and a parrot are kidnapped by pirates and taken hostage aboard a ship. The three captives trick the pirates by telling them of hidden treasures. When the pirates get off the ship to search for the treasures, the captives sail away at last.

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

Keywords: [Adventures] [Family] [Food] [Grandparents] [Nutrition] [Pirates] [Seasons] [Summer]

8. Isadora, Rachel (1988). The pirates of bedoford street. New York: Greenwillow.

Abstract:
Joey loves to go to the movies. He and his sister go to see a pirate movie. He keeps the movies alive in his imagination.

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

Keywords: [Creativity] [Family] [Imagination] [Pirates] [Recreation] [Siblings]

9. Keats, Ezra Jack (1979). Maggie and the pirate. New York: Four Winds Press.

Abstract:
Maggie has a cricket in a cage that is stolen. Maggie and her friends look for the pirate who stole the cricket and find him but the cricket is dead. The pirate gives Maggie a new cricket, and they all become friends.

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

Keywords: [Assertiveness] [Conflict Resolution] [Cricket] [Critical Thinking] [Decision Making] [Feelings] [Friendship] [Insects] [Nonverbal Communication] [Pirates] [Robbery] [Verbal Communication]

10. Kvasnosky, Laura McGee (1999). Zelda and ivy and the boy next door. Cambridge, MA: Candlewick Press.

Abstract:
A new boy named Eugene has moved in next door to Zelda and Ivy. the three quickly become friends. A romance blooms, they play imaginary games, and go camping. Like all friends, they don't always get along, but they work out their differences.

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

Keywords: [Animals] [Assertiveness] [Bully] [Business] [Camping] [Careers] [Cleanliness] [Collection] [Conflict Resolution] [Family] [Feelings] [Fox] [Friendship] [Helping] [Imagination] [Love] [Money] [Neighbors] [Pirates] [Playing] [Pretend] [Sharing] [Siblings] [Sleep] [Song] [Stars] [Verbal Communication] [Wish]

11. 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]

12. McPhail, David (1997). Edward and the pirates. Canada: Little, Brown and Company.

Abstract:
Edward falls asleep while reading a book about pirates, then awakes to find them in his room. Edward's mother and father come to the rescue.

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

Keywords: [Assertiveness] [Bravery] [Conflict Resolution] [Decision Making] [Family] [Feelings] [Imagination] [Library] [Parents] [Peer Resistance] [Pirates] [Reading] [Refusal Skills] [Ship] [Stress Management] [Transportation] [Verbal Communication]

13. Peet, Bill (1975). Cyrus the unsinkable sea serpent. Boston: Houghton Mifflin.

Abstract:
Cyrus the serpent wants to have more fun, so he decides to follow a ship and destroy it. But he eventually saves it and makes sure it gets to its final destination.

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

Keywords: [Animals] [Conflict Resolution] [Critical Thinking] [Decision Making] [Fish] [Monsters] [Pirates] [Rescue] [Shark] [Ship] [Transportation]

14. Pinnington, Andrea//Davies, Charlotte (1991). My first look at clothes. New York: Random House.

Abstract:
The different types of hats, shoes, sportswear, underwear, dressing-up clothes, night clothes, cold-day clothes, and hot-day clothes are presented. For example, hot-day clothes include sunglasses, a skirt, a t-shirt, shorts, a swimsuit, a sun hat, and a sundress. Photographs of each article of clothing are provided.

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

Keywords: [African American] [Clothing] [Concepts] [Diversity] [Exercise] [Multicultural] [Pirates]

15. Priest, Robert (1999). The old pirate of central park. Boston: Houghton Mifflin Company.

Abstract:
An old pirate who lives in New York City takes a walk in Central Park and spends time with other old pirates. One day, when he brings his ship to sail on the pond, he meets the retired Queen. A battle ensues between vessels. Chaos reigns until a truce is called. Now the Old Pirate and the Old Queen spend time together at the pond every day as "Retirates".

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

Keywords: [Animals] [Birds] [Boat] [Bodies Of Water] [Chaos] [Conflict Resolution] [Dog] [Exercise] [Friendship] [Park] [Parrot] [Pets] [Pirates] [Pond] [Relaxation] [Retirement] [Royalty] [Tools] [Transportation] [Verbal Communication] [Walking] [War]

16. Soule, Jean//Soule, Nancy (1969). Scuttle the stowaway mouse. New York: Parent's Magazine Press.

Abstract:
A mouse stows away on a pirate ship but it is attacked and begins to sink. He grabs some treasures and returns safely to land to make a prosperous living.

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

Keywords: [Animals] [Assertiveness] [Bodies Of Water] [Critical Thinking] [Decision Making] [Goal Setting] [Mouse] [Pirates] [Robbery] [Safety] [Ship]

17. Turkle, Brinton (1965). Obadiah the bold. New York: The Viking Press.

Abstract:
This is a story about a Quaker boy who wants to be a pirate. After learning about his grandfather, who was brave in an honest way, Obadiah changes his mind and wants to be a noble sailor.

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

Keywords: [Assertiveness] [Bravery] [Careers] [Change] [Critical Thinking] [Family] [Goal Setting] [Grandparents] [Growing Up] [Nonverbal Communication] [Pirates] [Quakers] [Religion] [Verbal Communication]
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