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1. Alexander, Martha (1988). Even that moose won't listen to me. New York: Dial Books for Young Readers.

Abstract:
Rebecca has a hard time convincing her busy family that there is a moose tearing up their garden. Rebecca runs the moose out of the garden by herself. When her family finally comes out to see what Rebecca is talking about, the moose and the garden are gone. Rebecca eventually moves onto a new project.

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

Keywords: [Animals] [Attention] [Conflict Resolution] [Critical Thinking] [Dog] [Family] [Garden] [Misunderstanding] [Moose] [Nonverbal Communication] [Parents] [Problem Solving] [Siblings]

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2. Anno, Mitsumasa (1982). Anno's counting house. New York: Putman Publishing Group.

Abstract:
Children discover numbers while playing a game. Children learn to relate abstract symbols to real objects.

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

Keywords: [Counting] [Critical Thinking] [Numbers] [Problem Solving]

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3. Asch, Frank (1998). Ziggy piggy and the three little pigs. Toronto: Kids Can Press.

Abstract:
A new character is added to the story of the three little pigs, changing the tale to four little pigs. The fourth pig saves his brothers from the wolf by being resourceful.

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

Keywords: [Anger] [Animals] [Beach] [Boat] [Celebration] [Conflict] [Conflict Resolution] [Cooperation] [Critical Thinking] [Decision Making] [Destruction] [Family] [Goal Setting] [Hard Work] [Homeless] [Intelligence] [Pig] [Problem Solving] [Rescue] [Running Away] [Safety] [Security] [Shelter] [Siblings] [Stress Management] [Wolf] [Worry]

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4. Balian, Lorna (1980). Leprechauns never lie. Nashville: Abingdon Press.

Abstract:
A young lazy Irish girl, Ninny Nanny, finds it difficult to do chores around the hut she shares with Gram. She decides to catch a leprechaun and get his pot of gold to solve all their problems.

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

Keywords: [Assertiveness] [Decision Making] [Family] [Frustration] [Goal Setting] [Grandparents] [Honesty] [Laziness] [Multicultural] [Nonverbal Communication] [Problem Solving] [Verbal Communication]

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5. Barton, Byron (1990). Bones, bones, dinosaur bones. New York: Thomas Y. Crowell.

Abstract:
Six small paleontologists search for bones. They dig, find, load and take the bones to a museum where they carefully put the bones together to form the dinosaur Tyrannosaurus Rex.

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

Keywords: [Bones] [Critical Thinking] [Decision Making] [Dinosaur] [Goal Setting] [Nonverbal Communication] [Problem Solving] [Teamwork] [Verbal Communication]

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6. Bateman, Teresa (2004). The bully blockers club. Morton Grove, IL: Albert Whitman & Company.

Abstract:
Lotty is very excited to begin a new school year. When she arrives at school, Grant Grizzly changes her attitude. He picks on her everyday, causing her to feel ill. Lotty tries to get Grant to stop by ignoring him, being his friend, and telling the teacher. It seems as if nothing can stop the bully, until Lotty and her friends create the Bully Blockers Club.

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

Keywords: [Assertiveness] [Author's Note] [Behavior] [Bully] [Conflict] [Conflict Resolution] [Critical Thinking] [Decision Making] [Determination] [Embarrassment] [Feelings] [Friendship] [Nonverbal Communication] [Peer Resistance] [Problem Solving] [Resolution] [School] [Self Esteem] [Stress] [Stress Management] [Verbal Communication]

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7. Bemelmans, Ludwig (1953). Madeline's rescue (Le sauvage de madeline). New York: Viking Press.

Abstract:
In an orphanage, a little girl named Madeline falls in a pond and is saved by a dog. The children want to keep the dog, but the school does not allow pets. After the inspection, they keep the dog anyway.

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

Keywords: [Animals] [Assertiveness] [Bodies Of Water] [Conflict Resolution] [Decision Making] [Disobedience] [Dog] [Fear] [Peer Resistance] [Pets] [Pond] [Problem Solving] [Refusal Skills] [School] [Stress Management] [Teamwork] [Verbal Communication]

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8. Best, Cari (2003). When Catherine the Great and I were eight!. New York: Farrar, Straus and Giroux.

Abstract:
Sara, her mother, and Russian grandmother "Catherine the Great", pile into Mr. Minsky's car along with a few of their other neighbors. They make their way to the beach to escape the heat of the hot summer day. Although they find it takes longer than planned to reach the beach, everyone has fun along the way.

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

Keywords: [Anticipation] [Beach] [Bodies Of Water] [Car] [Closeness] [Community] [Companion] [Conflict] [Conflict Resolution] [Culture] [Dancing] [Exercise] [Family] [Food] [Friendship] [Games] [Grandparents] [Immigrants] [Language] [Neighbors] [Newspaper] [Ocean] [Patience] [Picnic] [Problem Solving] [Recreation] [Relationship] [Russian] [Summer] [Swimming] [Travel] [Verbal Communication]

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9. Blance, Ellen // Cook, Ann (2006). Monster looks for a house. 1973: Bowmar.

Abstract:
A friendly purple monster comes to a new city to look for a new place to live. Since this monster is different from others in the city, he must hunt for a house that fits him. After looking at many houses, he finally finds one that he can live in comfortably.

Abstract provided by Kate Logan for the Children's Picture Book Database at Miami University.

Keywords: [Buildings] [Change] [Community] [Comparisons] [Critical Thinking] [Decision Making] [Differences] [Environment] [Exploration] [Goal Setting] [Home] [Monsters] [Moving] [Nonverbal Communication] [Problem Solving] [Sizes]

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10. Brooke, L. Leslie (n.d.). The story of the three little pigs. London: Frederick Warne & Co.

Abstract:
A Mother pig sends her three little pigs out to seek their fortune. In the process, two little pigs are eaten by a wolf. The third little pig outsmarts the wolf, then eats him for dinner.

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

Keywords: [Adventures] [Animals] [Assertiveness] [Challenges] [Critical Thinking] [Deception] [Decision Making] [Food] [Pig] [Problem Solving] [Stress Management] [Surprises] [Wolf]

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11. Brooks, Jennifer (1994). Princess jessica rescues a prince. Lake Forest, CA: NADJA Publishing.

Abstract:
A young princess with a pure heart plays with three gnomes who are handicapped. She is kind and accepting to her new friends. In turn, she gains another friend.

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

Keywords: [Acceptance] [Appearance] [Appreciation] [Beauty] [Bravery] [Caring] [Challenges] [Conflict Resolution] [Determination] [Differences] [Disability] [Disappearance] [Fantasy] [Fear] [Friendship] [Handicap] [Helping] [Loneliness] [Problem Solving] [Royalty] [Understanding] [Uniqueness]

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12. Brown, Marc (2001). Arthur's nose. Boston/New York/London/Toronto: Little, Brown and Company.

Abstract:
Arthur does not like his nose! Although his friends and family like Arthur's nose just the way it is, he feels that it is always getting in the way and decides to get a new nose!

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

Keywords: [Aardvark] [Acceptance] [Animals] [Anticipation] [Appearance] [Author's Note] [Beauty] [Bias] [Body Parts] [Challenges] [Communication] [Confidence] [Conflict] [Conflict Resolution] [Contentment] [Critical Thinking] [Curiosity] [Decision Making] [Depression] [Determination] [Differences] [Embarrassment] [Emotions] [Encouragement] [Envy] [Family] [Feelings] [Friendship] [Frustration] [Individuality] [Insecurity] [Learning] [Nonverbal Communication] [Opinions] [Photograph] [Problem Solving] [Refusal Skills] [Relief] [Resentment] [School] [Self Confidence] [Self Esteem] [Sizes] [Support] [Uniqueness] [Verbal Communication] [Worry]

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13. Burnett, Frances Hodge (2000). The little princess. New York: HarperCollins Publishers.

Abstract:
Young Sara is forced to attend Miss Minchin's select seminary for young girls in London when her father gets shipped off to war. Miss Minchin, the director of the seminary becomes a bit apprehensive about Sara's stay with them because her father said that she is to have the very best of everything. When a note arrives that says Sara's father died, things change for the worse. Poor Sara is forced to live the life of a slave. She eventually meets up with an Indian gentleman who helps her to gain her life back.

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

Keywords: [Adventures] [Aging] [Beverage] [Celebration] [Change] [Child Care] [Conflict Resolution] [Death] [Emotions] [Family] [Food] [Hard Work] [Hindu] [Hunger] [Indian] [Learning] [Loss] [Love] [Mistake] [Multicultural] [Nonverbal Communication] [Orphan] [Party] [Persistence] [Problem Solving] [Relationship] [Resentment] [School] [Sharing] [Slavery] [Sleep] [Storytelling] [Support] [War]

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14. Cannon, Janell (2000). Crickwing. San Diego: Harcourt, Inc..

Abstract:
Crickwing is different from all the other cockroaches. He likes to create sculptures and has a twisted wing. Crickwing is tired of being bullied by the bigger animals in the forest and mistakenly takes his anger out on the leaf-cutter ants, learning a valuable lesson in return.

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

Keywords: [Aggression] [Ambition] [Anger] [Animals] [Ant] [Anteater] [Apology] [Appearance] [Appreciation] [Art] [Behavior] [Bully] [Caring] [Challenges] [Change] [Conflict] [Conflict Resolution] [Consequences] [Creativity] [Critical Thinking] [Determination] [Differences] [Disability] [Environment] [Fear] [Feelings] [Forgiveness] [Friendship] [Frustration] [Habitat] [Helping] [Insects] [Kindness] [Learning] [Mistake] [Nature] [Problem Solving] [Protection] [Resolution] [Revenge] [Sadness] [Science] [Self Esteem] [Survival] [Teamwork] [Tiger] [Unselfish] [Worry]

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15. Carlson, Nancy (1983/2003). Loudmouth George and the sixth-grade bully. Minneapolis, MN: Carolrhoda Books, Inc..

Abstract:
George's first day of school is ruined by Big Mike, who bullies George and steals his lunch. All week, George does everything he can to keep Big Mike happy. However, George can't live in fear forever! George and his friend Harriet spend the weekend devising a plan to stop Big Mike and his evil ways.

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

Keywords: [Accomplishment] [Aggression] [Ambition] [Animals] [Anticipation] [Appearance] [Assertiveness] [Behavior] [Bravery] [Bully] [Caring] [Challenges] [Confidence] [Conflict] [Conflict Resolution] [Critical Thinking] [Decision Making] [Determination] [Emotions] [Encouragement] [Fear] [Feelings] [Friendship] [Frustration] [Helping] [Insecurity] [Kindness] [Misbehavior] [Nonverbal Communication] [Peer Resistance] [Prevention] [Problem Solving] [Protection] [Refusal Skills] [Relief] [Rescue] [School] [Self Confidence] [Self Esteem] [Teamwork] [Teasing] [Trick] [Worry]

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16. Carrick, Malcolm (1980). Mr. tod's trap. New York: Harper and Row.

Abstract:
Mr. Tod does the hunting for the family. The only problem is that he cannot catch any rabbits. Mr. Tod has many clever ideas for traps. The traps work for Mr. Weasel, but Mr. Tod cannot catch rabbits with them. Mr. Tod and Mrs. Tod decide to switch roles. Mr. Tod is going to take care of the cubs while Mrs. Tod hunt for the rabbits.

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

Keywords: [Animals] [Conflict Resolution] [Decision Making] [Family] [Fox] [Hunger] [Parents] [Problem Solving] [Rabbit] [Responsibilities] [Siblings] [Support] [Teamwork] [Verbal Communication] [Weasel] [Working Mother]

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17. Cazet, Denys (1987). A fish in his pocket. New York: Orchard Books.

Abstract:
On his way to school, Russell drops his math book in the pond. The teacher finds a fish in it when she opens it. Russell worries all day long about what to do with the fish. He finally comes up with a solution in art class.

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

Keywords: [Bodies Of Water] [Books] [Conflict Resolution] [Death] [Fish] [Nonverbal Communication] [Pond] [Problem Solving] [Responsibilities] [School] [Verbal Communication]

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18. Chall, Marsha Wilson (2000). Bonaparte. New York: Dorling Kindersley Publishing.

Abstract:
Jean Claude is going to boarding school, but no dogs are allowed at La School d'Excellence. Poor Bonaparte must find a way to be with Jean Claude!

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

Keywords: [Animals] [Architecture] [Assertiveness] [Bedtime] [Careers] [Caring] [Compromise] [Critical Thinking] [Critical Thinking] [Culture] [Determination] [Disappointment] [Dog] [Family] [Feelings] [Food] [French] [Friendship] [Frustration] [Happiness] [Health] [Instruments] [Loneliness] [Love] [Monuments] [Multicultural] [Music] [Nutrition] [Parents] [Pets] [Problem Solving] [Rules] [Sadness] [School]

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19. Chambers, Catherine (2000). Disasters in nature: Hurricanes. Chicago: Heinemann Library.

Abstract:
This informational text takes you inside a hurricane with questions of what? where? why? and when? to explain hurricane zones around the earth. Explains rain, wind, and air pressure of hurricanes. Global warming, storm tracking, and prediction problems are discussed for hurricanes and tornadoes. Learn how technology and the natural world alert us about upcoming storms.

Abstract provided by: Valerie A. Ubbes, 2007 for the Children's Picture Book Database at Miami University.

Keywords: [Australia] [Bangladesh] [Belize] [Careers] [Caribbean] [Change] [Comparisons] [Cyclone] [Destruction] [Disasters] [History] [Hurricane] [India] [Island] [Jamaica] [Japan] [Maps] [Multicultural] [Nature] [Netherlands] [Nonfiction] [Numbers] [Photograph] [Prediction] [Prevention] [Problem Solving] [Science] [Sequence] [Storm] [Technology] [Temperature] [Tornado] [Typhoon] [Weather]

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20. Charlip, Remy (1966). Fortunately. New York: Scholastic Book Services.

Abstract:
Ned was invited to a party in Florida, but he lived in New York. His friend lent him an airplane but the engine exploded. It was an exchange of good fortune and bad luck from there until he ended up at his surprise birthday party - fortunately.

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

Keywords: [Assertiveness] [Birthday] [Conflict Resolution] [Coping] [Critical Thinking] [Decision Making] [Holidays] [Nonverbal Communication] [Party] [Problem Solving] [Stress Management] [Transportation] [Travel]

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21. Cherry, Lynne (2003). How groundhog's garden grew. Mexico: The Blue Sky Press.

Abstract:
In this story of friendship and sharing, Squirrel teaches Groundhog how to grow a garden. Groundhog learns how to plant and care for many different plants and vegetables. In the end there is enough for all of their friends to enjoy.

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

Keywords: [Author's Note] [Autumn] [Cooperation] [Critical Thinking] [Friendship] [Garden] [Goal Setting] [Groundhog] [Hibernation] [Plants] [Problem Solving] [Seasons] [Seed] [Sharing] [Squirrel] [Sun] [Teaching] [Verbal Communication] [Water] [Wind]

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22. Child, Lauren (2001). What planet are you from, Clarice Bean?. Cambridge, MA: Candlewick Press.

Abstract:
Clarice Bean is having a hard time coming up with an idea for her project on the environment. To make matters worse, she is paired up with her tag-along neighbor, Robert Granger. Her situation looks hopeless until her brother becomes an ecowarrior in an effort to "free the tree" from being cut down in their neighborhood. Robert and Clarice become ecowarriors themselves, saving the tree and their project.

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

Keywords: [Accomplishment] [Ambition] [Anticipation] [Assertiveness] [Awareness] [Beliefs] [Camping] [Challenges] [Climbing] [Communication] [Community] [Comparisons] [Compromise] [Confidence] [Conflict] [Conflict Resolution] [Conservation] [Cooperation] [Courage] [Critical Thinking] [Decision Making] [Dedication] [Destruction] [Determination] [Earth] [Environment] [Faith] [Family] [Fight] [Frustration] [Generations] [Grandparents] [Helping] [Individuality] [Learning] [Loyalty] [Nonverbal Communication] [Parents] [Persistence] [Photograph] [Presentation] [Prevention] [Problem Solving] [Protection] [Relief] [Resentment] [Resolution] [Respect] [Role Model] [School] [Science] [Stress Management] [Success] [Support] [Teaching] [Teamwork] [Tree] [Unselfish] [Verbal Communication]

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23. Cocca-Leffler, Maryann (2003). Mr. Tanen's tie trouble. Morton Grove, IL: Albert Whitman & Company.

Abstract:
The principal of Lynnhurst School, Mr. Tanen, is known for his unbelievable collection of 975 ties. He has a tie for every occasion! When the plan for the new playground falls through, everyone is shocked to see Mr. Tannen part with his beloved ties as he auctions them off so that the children at Lynnhurst School can enjoy their new playground.

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

Keywords: [Appreciation] [Challenges] [Clothing] [Collection] [Conflict] [Conflict Resolution] [Critical Thinking] [Determination] [Food] [Fun] [Giving] [Helping] [Kindness] [Loss] [Money] [Neighbors] [Play] [Playground] [Preparation] [Problem Solving] [Recognition] [Responsibilities] [Role Model] [School] [Stress Management] [Support] [Teamwork] [Temperature] [Traditions] [Unselfish] [Verbal Communication]

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24. Coerr, Eleanor (1986). The josefina story quilt. New York: Harper & Row.

Abstract:
A small girl named Faith had a very special friendship with her goose Josefina. Faith is part of a pioneer family moving West. Throughout their journey, Faith makes a patch to represent each event she encounters, including the death of Jusetina. At the end, the quilt tells the story of the friendship between the goose and the little girl.

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

Keywords: [Birds] [Change] [Conflict Resolution] [Critical Thinking] [Death] [Decision Making] [Friendship] [Goal Setting] [Grief] [Memories] [Moving] [Nonverbal Communication] [Pets] [Pioneers] [Problem Solving] [Stress Management] [Transportation] [Travel] [Verbal Communication]

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25. Colman, Penny (1991). Dark closets and noises in the night. New York: Paulist Press.

Abstract:
Ever since they moved into their new house, Susan and Alex are scared to sleep in their own rooms. Alex is scared of his dark closet, and Susan is fearful of the noises that go bump in the night. Each uses their imagination and creative minds to solve their problems.

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

Keywords: [Accomplishment] [Bedtime] [Change] [Coping] [Creativity] [Critical Thinking] [Family] [Fear] [Feelings] [Goal Setting] [Happiness] [Imagination] [Moving] [Night] [Nonverbal Communication] [Problem Solving] [Siblings] [Stress Management]

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