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- 1. Arnold, Katya (2005).
Elephants can paint too!.
New York: Simon & Schuster.
- Abstract:
Comparisons are made between human students and elephants who are learning how to paint. Photographs of elephants and their artwork are shared. Children learn that these elephants have many similarities to humans and must take part in the same learning process as them in order to achieve goals.
Abstract provided by Lindsay Gray, 2006 for the Children's Picture Book Database at Miami University.- Keywords: [Animals] [Art] [Body Parts] [Colors] [Communication] [Comparisons] [Creativity] [Elephant] [Food] [Friendship] [Goal Setting] [Jungle] [Learning] [Nonverbal Communication] [Playing] [School] [Self Esteem] [Similarities] [Teaching] [Wildlife]
- 2. Battle-Lavert, Gwoddolyn (2000).
The music in derrick's heart.
New York: Holiday House.
- Abstract:
Derrick, a young African American boy, learns to make music on the harmonica. Uncle Booker T., a talented musician, spends each day, one hot summer, teaching Derrick the art of playing the harmonica. Finally, after much practice and determination, Derrick discovers the secret of Uncle Booker T.'s music: it comes from the heart.
Abstract provided by Amber Lakes, 2001 for the Children's Picture Book Database at Miami University.- Keywords: [African American] [Arthritis] [Band] [Dancing] [Determination] [Diseases] [Exercise] [Five Senses] [Generations] [Instruments] [Learning] [Multicultural] [Music] [Patience] [Play] [Playing] [Practice] [Seasons] [Sleep] [Sounds] [Summer]
- 3. Beard, Darleen Bailey (1999).
Twister.
New York: Farrar Straus Giroux.
- Abstract:
Lucille and her younger brother, Natt, play together and use their imagination. They run around and exercise in their yard. While they are playing, a bad storm hits. Their mother puts them in the cellar as she goes to help an elderly neighbor. The storm is a tornado. When the storm is over, the two children find the two adults, and life is back to the way it was: imaginary.
Abstract provided by Rusty Berner, 2001 for the Children's Picture Book Database at Miami University.- Keywords: [Animals] [Critical Thinking] [Decision Making] [Exercise] [Family] [Fantasy] [Feelings] [Happiness] [Nonverbal Communication] [Peace] [Playing] [Pretend] [Rabbit] [Rain] [Royalty] [Running] [Running Away] [Sadness] [Sharing] [Siblings] [Stress Management] [Tornado] [Weather] [Wind]
- 4. Blance, Ellen // Cook, Ann (1973).
Monster meets lady monster.
Glendale, CA: Bowmar.
- Abstract:
Monster and the little boy are cleaning the house when the little boy sees a lady monster outside. Monster is happy and freshens up before asking the lady monster if he can play with her. The two monsters play together and fall in love.
Abstract provided by Laura Esch, 2006 for the Children's Picture Book Database at Miami University.- Keywords: [Beauty] [Cleanliness] [Companion] [Excitement] [Feelings] [Goal Setting] [Happiness] [Love] [Monsters] [Nonverbal Communication] [Playing] [Relationship] [Sadness] [Success] [Verbal Communication]
- 5. Blance, Ellen // Cook, Ann (1973).
Monster at school.
Glendale, CA: Bowmar.
- Abstract:
Monster goes to school with a little boy one day. Once he arrives, he is a great help and loves to play with all of the children. One child, however, feels sad because Monster is not playing with him. What will Monster do to cheer up his sad friend?
Abstract provided by Andrew Morris, 2006 for the Children's Picture Book Database at Miami University.- Keywords: [Allergies] [Boredom] [Feelings] [Fun] [Happiness] [Health] [Helping] [Monsters] [Nonverbal Communication] [Playing] [Reading] [Sadness] [School] [Self Esteem] [Verbal Communication] [Walking]
- 6. Bogacki, Tomacz (1999).
Cat and mouse in the snow.
New York: Frances Foster Books.
- Abstract:
When two friends, Cat and Mouse, go outside one day to play in the green meadow, they are very surprised to find snow instead of grass. Together, they discover the fun of playing in the cold, white snow.
Abstract provided by Lindsay Brewer, 2001 for the Children's Picture Book Database at Miami University.- Keywords: [Animals] [Cat] [Climbing] [Cold] [Colors] [Family] [Friendship] [Monsters] [Mouse] [Playing] [Running] [Seasons] [Siblings] [Sledding] [Snow] [Weather] [Winter]
- 7. Bonsall, Crosby (1999).
The day I had to play with my sister.
New York: Harper Collins Publishers.
- Abstract:
A boy has a hard time dealing with his younger sister while teaching her the rules of hide-and-seek. She just won't listen! Uggh...being a big brother can be tough!
Abstract provided by Heather Tussey, 2005 for the Children's Picture Book Database at Miami University.- Keywords: [Animals] [Attention] [Autumn] [Behavior] [Challenges] [Communication] [Counting] [Determination] [Dog] [Family] [Feelings] [Frustration] [Games] [Individuality] [Learning] [Listening] [Numbers] [Patience] [Play] [Playing] [Relationship] [Resentment] [Seasons] [Sequence] [Siblings] [Teaching]
- 8. Bourgeois, Paulette (1996).
Franklin has a sleepover.
Niagara Falls, New York: Kids Can Press.
- Abstract:
Franklin and Bear are excited for their first sleepover at Franklin's house. It's fun to play games, have a campfire, and campout in the livingroom with your friend. However, when it's time to go to bed, Bear and Franklin realize how scary sleepovers can be.
Abstract provided by Heather Tussey, 2005 for the Children's Picture Book Database at Miami University.- Keywords: [Animals] [Anticipation] [Bear] [Bedtime] [Camping] [Conflict Resolution] [Critical Thinking] [Emotions] [Excitement] [Fear] [Feelings] [Food] [Friendship] [Games] [Growing Up] [Happiness] [Health] [Homesickness] [Parents] [Playing] [Pretend] [Sadness] [Safety] [Separation] [Toys] [Traditions] [Turtle]
- 9. Branner, Toni Tickel (1997).
Wilby's fitness book.
Dubuque, IA: Kendall","Hunt Publishing Company.
- Abstract:
Learn to exercise, stretch, eat well, and feel good about yourself with Wilby. He instructs you on how to be healthy through rhymes.
Abstract provided by Jennifer Henzie, 1997 for the Children's Picture Book Database at Miami University.- Keywords: [Appearance] [Biking] [Confidence] [Dancing] [Differences] [Encouragement] [Exercise] [Feelings] [Food] [Friendship] [Fun] [Happiness] [Individuality] [Jumping] [Nutrition] [Playing] [Running] [Self Esteem] [Skating] [Swimming] [Walking]
- 10. Brown, Marc (1997).
Arthur's computer disaster.
Boston: Little, Brown and Company.
- Abstract:
Arthur is captivated by a new computer game and plays it while his mom is gone, even though she asked him not to. While he is playing with his friend, they both reach for the mouse and the screen suddenly goes blank. Find out if he can fix the computer before his mom gets home, or if he gets the nerve to confront his wrong doing!
Abstract provided by Dorothi Blacketer, 2001 for the Children's Picture Book Database at Miami University.- Keywords: [Apology] [Computer] [Conflict] [Conflict Resolution] [Consequences] [Critical Thinking] [Disappointment] [Disobedience] [Family] [Games] [Honesty] [Misbehavior] [Playing] [Respect] [Technology] [Working Mother]
- 11. Brown, Margaret Wise (1999).
Another important book.
New York: HarperCollins Publishers.
- Abstract:
Learn about all of the important things in early childhood from ages one through six. At one, you've found your nose and discovered your toes. By five and six, you've learned some tricks.
Abstract provided by Dorothi Blacketer, 2001 for the Children's Picture Book Database at Miami University.- Keywords: [Aging] [Baby] [Birth] [Body Parts] [Counting] [Dancing] [Exercise] [Growing Up] [Health] [Jumping] [Learning] [Numbers] [Playing] [Running] [Self Confidence] [Self Esteem] [Sequence] [Uniqueness] [Walking]
- 12. Byars, Betsy (1997).
Ant plays bear.
New York: Penguin Books.
- Abstract:
Ant is a young boy with a wild imagination. An imagination that allows him to be a bear and a dog. He also imagines a giant outside his window and experiences the careers of his dreams.
Abstract provided by Cory Holycross, 1999 for the Children's Picture Book Database at Miami University.- Keywords: [Animals] [Bear] [Bedtime] [Careers] [Cave] [Creativity] [Dog] [Exercise] [Family] [Fear] [Fun] [Games] [Giants] [Goal Setting] [Parents] [Play] [Playing] [Pretend] [Running] [Siblings] [Sounds]
- 13. Cain, Barbara S. (1990).
Double-dip feelings.
Washington, D.C.: Magination Press.
- Abstract:
When you first started school, were you excited?Where you scared?Did you feel both excited and scared?Feelings can be hard to understand, especially when you have two feelings at the same time. Everyone has feelings at different times for different reasons.
Abstract provided by Sara Kirkpatrick, 2002 for the Children's Picture Book Database at Miami University.- Keywords: [Animals] [Bravery] [Change] [Chicken Pox] [Competition] [Diseases] [Dog] [Embarrassment] [Exercise] [Feelings] [Friendship] [Happiness] [Illness] [New Baby] [Playing] [Reading] [Sadness] [School] [Siblings] [Stress Management] [Swimming]
- 14. Carlson, Nancy (1999).
Look out kindergarten, here I come.
New York: Viking.
- Abstract:
Henry can't wait for his first day of kindergarten to begin!He imagines all the wonderful things that he and his classmates will do. When he arrives at school, Henry becomes frightened that he will get lost and won't enjoy all of his new classmates. When his teacher invites him in and shows him all the neat activities, Henry realizes again how much fun kindergarten will be!
Abstract provided by Amy Dudley, 2000 for the Children's Picture Book Database at Miami University.- Keywords: [Activities] [Animals] [Art] [Change] [Clothing] [Colors] [Confidence] [Curiosity] [Dentist] [Encouragement] [Excitement] [Family] [Fear] [Feelings] [Fun] [Games] [Growing Up] [Math] [Mouse] [Numbers] [Playing] [School] [Spelling] [Walking]
- 15. Christelow, Eileen (1989).
Five little monkeys jumping on the bed.
New York: Clarion Books.
- Abstract:
Five little monkey experience the consequences of jumping on the bed because their mama called the doctor and the doctor said, "No more monkeys jumping on the bed!"
Abstract provided by Jennifer Henzie, 1996 for the Children's Picture Book Database at Miami University.- Keywords: [Animals] [Bedtime] [Concepts] [Counting] [Decision Making] [Disobedience] [Excitement] [Exercise] [Family] [Feelings] [Happiness] [Health] [Injury] [Jumping] [Monkey] [Nonverbal Communication] [Numbers] [Parents] [Playing] [Safety] [Siblings] [Verbal Communication]
- 16. Clayton, Elaine (1996).
Ella's trip to the museum.
New York: Crown Publishers, Inc..
- Abstract:
Ella and her class are going to the museum. She is very excited about being there. All of the art work seems to be calling to her. They ask her to fly with the angels, spin with the ballerinas, or dance with the statues. Her teacher wants Ella to enjoy the art, but doesn't understand that it is exactly what Ella is doing!
Abstract provided by Erin Wiegand, 2000 for the Children's Picture Book Database at Miami University.- Keywords: [Art] [Behavior] [Creativity] [Dancing] [Exercise] [Flowers] [Imagination] [Learning] [Museum] [Plants] [Playing] [School] [Seasons] [Spring] [Teaching] [Verbal Communication]
- 17. Coleman, Evelyn (1998).
To be a drum.
Morton Grove, IL: Albert Whitman and Company.
- Abstract:
Daddy Wes whispers to his two young children about the history of Africans forced into slavery and how the pulse of the drum has moved through them over time. Daddy Wes promises his children that as long as they can hear the heartbeat of the earth, they will be free.
Abstract provided by Kimberly Salvatore, 2001 for the Children's Picture Book Database at Miami University.- Keywords: [Africa] [African] [Bodies Of Water] [Careers] [Colors] [Community] [Culture] [Five Senses] [Freedom] [Hearing] [History] [Instruments] [Language] [Multicultural] [Music] [Nonverbal Communication] [Ocean] [Playing] [Pride] [Rhythm] [Sea] [Ship] [Slavery] [Sounds] [Spiritual] [Storytelling] [Symbols] [Time] [Verbal Communication] [War]
- 18. Collins, Suzanne (2005).
When charlie mcbutton lost power.
New York: Penguin Young Readers Group.
- Abstract:
Charlie loves to play computerized games. When lightning strikes a nearby tower, Charlie's home is left without power. After several poor choices in finding something to occupy his time, Charlie discovers he can have fun without "plugging in".
Abstract provided by Stephanie Graf, 2006 for the Children's Picture Book Database at Miami University.- Keywords: [Activities] [Affection] [Aggression] [Behavior] [Closeness] [Computer] [Conflict Resolution] [Consequences] [Critical Thinking] [Decision Making] [Family] [Imagination] [Lightning] [Playing] [Rhyme] [Siblings] [Storm] [Technology] [Weather]
- 19. Cook, Jean Thor (1995).
Room for a stepdaddy.
Morton Grove, IL: Albert Whitman & Company.
- Abstract:
Joey wishes Daddy still lived at home and has a great deal of trouble accepting Bill, his new stepfather. After many experiences with Bill, like playing ball and swimming, Joey decides there is plenty of room in his life for Daddy and Bill. He loves both of them.
Abstract provided by Jen Schlosser, 1996 for the Children's Picture Book Database at Miami University.- Keywords: [Amphibians] [Animals] [Autumn] [Cat] [Change] [Conflict Resolution] [Coping] [Dog] [Exercise] [Family] [Feelings] [Food] [Frog] [Happiness] [Loss] [Nonverbal Communication] [Parents] [Park] [Playing] [Presents] [Sadness] [School] [Seasons] [Spring] [Stepfather] [Summer] [Swimming] [Verbal Communication] [Winter]
- 20. 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]
- 21. Crews, Nina (1997).
Snowball.
New York: Greenwillow Books.
- Abstract:
Each morning the children awake and anxiously look outside to see if it has snowed. Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday go by and there's still no sign of snow!Friday is the children's last hope for a day of fun in the snow.
Abstract provided by Katie Fitzpatrick, 2001 for the Children's Picture Book Database at Miami University.- Keywords: [Anticipation] [Bedtime] [Celebration] [Clouds] [Cold] [Days Of The Week] [Dreams] [Excitement] [Fun] [Goal Setting] [Happiness] [Hope] [Morning] [Night] [Nonverbal Communication] [Patience] [Photograph] [Playground] [Playing] [School] [Sequence] [Sleep] [Snow] [Surprises] [Verbal Communication] [Weather] [Winter]
- 22. Curtis, Gavin (1998).
Bat boy and his violin.
New York: Simon and Schuster Books.
- Abstract:
Reginald loves playing the violin. His father only has time to worry about the Duke's losing streak. Reginald passionately plays the violin to improve the baseball team's losing streak. Find out what else Reginald's love for the violin improves.
Abstract provided by Emily Rumpke, 2001 for the Children's Picture Book Database at Miami University.- Keywords: [Acceptance] [Accidents] [Accomplishment] [African American] [Anticipation] [Appreciation] [Baseball] [Bus] [Church] [Competition] [Embarrassment] [Emotions] [Equality] [Exercise] [Family] [Feelings] [Happiness] [Instruments] [Multicultural] [Music] [Nonverbal Communication] [Parents] [Performance] [Playing] [Practice] [Self Esteem] [Transportation] [Verbal Communication]
- 23. Daly, Niki (1999).
The boy on the beach.
New York: Margaret K. McElderry Books.
- Abstract:
Joe loves the beach. He likes splashing his mom and playing in the sand. He doesn't like the big waves though. He would rather pretend to be in the water. When Joe's pretending game tosses him overboard, he becomes scared. A friendly lifeguard helps him find his parents and everyone is happy again.
Abstract provided by Erin Wiegand, 2000 for the Children's Picture Book Database at Miami University.- Keywords: [African American] [Beach] [Boat] [Bodies Of Water] [Exercise] [Family] [Fear] [Feelings] [Imagination] [Lost] [Love] [Multicultural] [Nonverbal Communication] [Ocean] [Parents] [Photograph] [Playing] [Pretend] [Protection] [Safety] [Sand] [Storm] [Swimming] [Transportation] [Verbal Communication] [Weather]
- 24. 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]
- 25. George, Jean Craighead (1999).
Snow bear.
New York: Hyperion Books for Children.
- Abstract:
Bessie finds a new friend while exploring an ice ship-- a baby polar bear. She and Snow Bear play together like best pals. Bessie's brother and Snow Bear's mother watch carefully because they are both concerned and worried about their friendship. Will Bessie and Snow Bear's happiness be enough to keep them together?
Abstract provided by Dorothi Blacketer, 2001 for the Children's Picture Book Database at Miami University.- Keywords: [Animals] [Baby] [Challenges] [Cold] [Conflict] [Critical Thinking] [Curiosity] [Decision Making] [Eskimo] [Family] [Fear] [Friendship] [Fun] [Gender] [Hunting] [Ice] [Multicultural] [Nature] [Ocean] [Opposites] [Perspective] [Playing] [Polar Bear] [Ship] [Stereotypes] [Transportation] [Winter] [Worry]
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