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1. 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]

2. Annoh, G. Kwesi (1998). Somebody has done it, why can't you?. Ghana: Royal Gold Publishers Limited.

Abstract:
Two sisters in Ghana pursue their dreams of becomming career women. They receive help from their parents and teachers, and work hard to study math and science. Abena becomes a mathematician and Akousa becomes a medical officer in public health.

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

Keywords: [African] [Careers] [Courage] [Determination] [Education] [Equality] [Family] [Fear] [Feelings] [Gender] [Ghana] [Health] [Math] [Multicultural] [Pregnancy] [Religion] [School] [Science] [Stereotypes] [Teaching]

3. Cadena, Beth (2009). Supersister. Boston: Clarion Books.

Abstract:
Supersister is always thinking of ways she can help her pregnant mother. In the morning on the way to school, she forgets two things: to tie her mother's shoes and to give her mother a kiss. Throughout the day, she does all her chores and thinks of new ways to help her mother. At the end of the day she forgets the same two things, but when she remembers her mother says, "Like I always say, you're going to be a super sister."

Abstract provided by Laura Barbe, 2011 for the Children's Picture Book Database at Miami University.

Keywords: [Assertiveness] [Baby] [Bedtime] [Books] [Critical Thinking] [Exercise] [Family] [Five Senses] [Goal Setting] [Helping] [Nonverbal Communication] [Numbers] [Pets] [Playground] [Pregnancy] [Reading] [School] [Self Esteem] [Siblings] [Sounds] [Teacher]

4. Clifton, Lucille (1978). Everett anderson's nine month long. New York: Holt.

Abstract:
Everett Anderson is a young boy whose parents are divorced. His Mama remarries Mr. Perry and now they all live happily together. Then Everett finds his mother is pregnant and is no longer sure of his role within the family. When the baby is born Everett is able to accept the new addition to the family.

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

Keywords: [Conflict Resolution] [Coping] [Family] [Love] [Parents] [Pregnancy] [Stress Management] [Verbal Communication]

5. Collins, Pat Lowery (1990). Waiting for baby joe. Niles, IL: Albert Whitman & Co..

Abstract:
Missy was waiting for her new brother or sister. The baby came prematurely and had many problems. Missy waited and waited for the baby to get better. Finally, he came home and she was glad that she waited.

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

Keywords: [Anticipation] [Baby] [Conflict Resolution] [Critical Thinking] [Family] [Fear] [Illness] [Nonverbal Communication] [Patience] [Pregnancy] [Refusal Skills] [Self Esteem] [Siblings] [Stress Management] [Verbal Communication]

6. Corey, Dorothy (1992). Will there be a lap for me?. Morton Grove, IL: Albert Whitman & Company.

Abstract:
We follow Kyle through the experience of his mother's pregnancy and the birth of his new baby brother. Kyle questions and then finds his place in his growing family.

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

Keywords: [Baby] [Change] [Coping] [Family] [Love] [Missing] [Parents] [Pregnancy]

7. Gershater, Phillis (1999). Tiny and Bigman. New York: Marshall Cavendish.

Abstract:
Challenging stereotypical gender roles, Tiny and Bigman illustrate the unique people skills people have to help the world go around and to make a happy family. Tiny learns to use her large size, strength, and booming voice to help people in her community. Tiny falls in love with a small man who is hard of hearing. She builds their house, and he cooks and cleans.

Abstract Provided by Bianca Guynn, 2010 for the Children's Picture Book Database at Miami University.

Keywords: [African American] [Animals] [Assertiveness] [Baby] [Beauty] [Body Image] [Caribbean] [Confidence] [Conflict Resolution] [Cooking] [Deafness] [Diving] [Family] [Garden] [Gender] [Helping] [Hurricane] [Language] [Love] [Multicultural] [Ocean] [Opposites] [Pregnancy] [Relationship] [Sizes] [Stereotypes] [Technology] [Verbal Communication] [Weather] [Wedding]

8. Girard, Linda Walvoord (1983). You were born on your very first birthday. Niles, IL: Albert Whitman & Company.

Abstract:

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

Keywords: [Birth] [Birthday] [Excitement] [Family] [Love] [Parents] [Pregnancy] [Reproduction]

9. Grimes, Nikki (2008). Oh, brother!. : Greenwillow Books/Amistad.

Abstract:
Xavier feels sad, angry, and jealous towards his new step brother, Chris. Xavier soon realizes that Chris is coping with loneliness and resentment too. The pain over losing a parent to divorce forms a special band between Xavier and Chris so they promise each other, that no one will ever leave. Through short vignettes, the story ends with "Our family is a song we sing, and we can add new notes anytime we like".

Abstract provided by Bianca Guynn, 2010 for the Children's Picture Book Database at Miami University.

Keywords: [African American] [Aggression] [Anger] [Apology] [Baby] [Baseball] [Bedtime] [Behavior] [Books] [Celebration] [Change] [Chores] [Climbing] [Comparisons] [Conflict] [Conflict Resolution] [Divorce] [Emotions] [Family] [Fear] [Feelings] [Friendship] [Fun] [Games] [Hispanic] [Jealousy] [Mountains] [Multicultural] [Parents] [Photograph] [Playing] [Pregnancy] [Relationship] [Rhythm] [School] [Self Esteem] [Siblings] [Sports] [Stepfather] [Stepmother] [Sympathy] [Technology] [Telephone] [Verbal Communication] [Wedding]

10. Horton, Barbara Horton (1992). What comes in spring?. New York: Alfred A. Knopf.

Abstract:
This book shows the pregnancy of a little girl's mother as it corresponds with the four seasons.

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

Keywords: [Change] [Family] [Parents] [Pregnancy] [Seasons] [Weather]

11. James, Simon (2004). Baby brains. Cambridge, MA: Candlewick Press.

Abstract:
Baby Brains is a child prodigy! As an infant, his intelligence is that of a brilliant adult. His infancy is occupied by going to school, being a doctor and travelling to space. One day, he realizes that he really just wants his mommy.

Jennie Roberts, 2006 for the Children's Picture Book Database at Miami University.

Keywords: [Acceptance] [Baby] [Challenges] [Child Care] [Doctor] [Family] [Feelings] [Fun] [Intelligence] [Learning] [Newspaper] [Pregnancy] [Reading] [School] [Space] [Transportation] [Understanding]

12. Kalman, Maira (1995). Swami on rye: Max in india?. New York: Penguin Books.

Abstract:
When Max, a famous dog poet and Hollywood director, leaves the house to get a snack for his pregnant wife, he ends up magically transported to India. In this exotic adventure of unfamiliar sights, he searches for the meaning of life, but returns home in time for the birth of his family.

Abstract provided by Sarah Gatzlaff, 1999 for the Children's Picture Book Database at Miami University.

Keywords: [Animals] [Communication] [Dog] [Family] [Fish] [Food] [Indian] [Magic] [Market] [Multicultural] [Pregnancy] [Travel]

13. Manushkin, Fran (1972). Baby, come out!. New York: Harper & Row.

Abstract:
Mrs. Tracy is pregnant and the baby does not want to come out. Everyone tries to tell the baby why she should come out. The baby does not want to come out until her Daddy says just the right thing.

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

Keywords: [Anticipation] [Baby] [Birth] [Conflict Resolution] [Decision Making] [Family] [Feelings] [Happiness] [Parents] [Pregnancy] [Refusal Skills] [Self Esteem] [Verbal Communication]

14. Overend, Jenni (1999). Welcome with love. Brooklyn, NY: Kane","Miller Book Publishers.

Abstract:
The special day has arrived. Jack, his sisters Janie and Bea, Aunt Meg, Dad, and Anna the midwife are awaiting the home birth of mother's new baby. Share this wonderful miracle as Mum delivers her new baby at home.

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

Keywords: [Anticipation] [Baby] [Birth] [Celebration] [Excitement] [Family] [Feelings] [Happiness] [Health] [Miracle] [Nonverbal Communication] [Parents] [Pregnancy] [Reproduction] [Siblings] [Support] [Technology] [Telephone]

15. Rockwell, Lizzy (1999). Hello baby!. New York: Crown Publishers, Inc..

Abstract:
It is such a special time when there's a new baby on the way. This little boy has been involved in his new sister's life since the beginning. He went to the doctor with his mommy and helped unpack baby clothes. When his baby sister is born, he is the happiest boy in the world!

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

Keywords: [Baby] [Bath] [Birth] [Body Parts] [Clothing] [Doctor] [Excitement] [Family] [Feelings] [Grandparents] [Happiness] [Memories] [Numbers] [Parents] [Photograph] [Pregnancy] [Rhythm] [Sequence] [Siblings] [Surprises]

16. Russo, Marisabina (1989). Waiting for hannah. New York: Greenwillow Books.

Abstract:
Hannah wants to know how her mother spent her time before she was born. Hannah's mother talks about the hot summer when she got proper exercise, food, and recreation so she could have a good delivery.

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

Keywords: [Excitement] [Exercise] [Family] [Food] [Health] [Love] [Nutrition] [Parents] [Pregnancy] [Storytelling] [Summer] [Verbal Communication]
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