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1. Alarcon, Francisco X. (1997). Laughing tomatoes and other spring poems. San Francisco, CA: Children's Book Press.

Abstract:
A bilingual collection of humorous and serious poems about family, nature, and celebrations.

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

Keywords: [Affection] [Beliefs] [Birds] [Caring] [Celebration] [Cinco De Mayo] [Community] [Day] [Environment] [Excitement] [Feelings] [Food] [Friendship] [Giving] [Happiness] [Holidays] [Loyalty] [Mexican] [Mexican American] [Morning] [Multicultural] [Nature] [Night] [Peace] [Plants] [Poetry] [Seasons] [Sharing] [Sky] [Spring] [Sun] [Unselfish] [Woods]

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2. Battle-Lavert, Gwendolyn (2000). The shaking bag. Morton Grove, IL: Albert Whitman.

Abstract:
Though Miss Annie Mae doesn't always have much food for herself or her dog Effie Lucille, she faithfully feeds the birds in the lawn. One day a stranger comes to visit. He shakes many special surprises for her out of the old seed bag to reward her for all her generosity.

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

Keywords: [African American] [Animals] [Birds] [Books] [Dog] [Fantasy] [Fire] [Food] [Hunger] [Kindness] [Multicultural] [Noise] [Nutrition] [Plants] [Poverty] [Raven] [Sharing] [Sounds] [Spiritual] [Unselfish]

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3. Bemelmans, Ludwig (1956). Madeline's christmas. New York: Viking Press.

Abstract:
A little girl, Madeline, goes out of her way to take care of other sick children. Madeline makes a very special Christmas for all of her friends.

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

Keywords: [Assertiveness] [Christmas] [Conflict Resolution] [Decision Making] [Friendship] [Holidays] [Illness] [Peer Resistance] [Stress Management] [Unselfish] [Verbal Communication]

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4. Blance, Ellen // Cook, Ann (1976). Monster and the toy sale. Los Angeles, CA: Bowmar/Noble Publishers, Inc.

Abstract:
Monster and the little boy see an ad in the newspaper that reads “TOY SALE TODAY!” Together, they bicycle to the store. On their journey, they are very helpful to others. Monster and the little boy serve as policemen to direct traffic, and as mangers at the toy store. They are so busy that they run out of time to shop for their own toys. Everyone is grateful for their unselfish behavior.

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

Keywords: [Anger] [Assertiveness] [Bicycle] [Biking] [Car] [Careers] [Colors] [Community] [Conflict Resolution] [Critical Thinking] [Crowd] [Decision Making] [Feelings] [Goal Setting] [Happiness] [Height] [Helping] [Lost] [Money] [Monsters] [Newspaper] [Nonverbal Communication] [Reading] [Sadness] [Stress Management] [Teamwork] [Transportation] [Umbrella] [Unselfish] [Verbal Communication] [Worry]

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5. 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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6. 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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7. 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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8. Edwards, Michelle (1991). Chicken man. New York: Lothrop, Lee, & Shepard Books.

Abstract:
The summer that Rody worked in the kibbutz chicken coop, the hens laid more eggs than ever before. When Rody gets moved from job to job, the chickens become very unhappy. So they do something to get Rody back.

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

Keywords: [Birds] [Chicken] [Conflict Resolution] [Feelings] [Happiness] [Love] [Nonverbal Communication] [Sadness] [Seasons] [Song] [Summer] [Unselfish] [Verbal Communication]

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9. Friedrich, Elizabeth (1996). Leah's pony. Honesdale, PA: Boyds Mill.

Abstract:
One summer, Leah's father gives her a pony which she grows to love dearly. When told the devastating news that her family is running out of money, Leah has to decide what she will sacrifice to help.

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

Keywords: [Animals] [Author's Note] [Conflict Resolution] [Decision Making] [Family] [Farm] [Feelings] [Money] [Neighbors] [Pony] [Poverty] [Unselfish]

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10. Fuchshuber, Annegert (1977). The wishing hat. New York: William Morrow and Company.

Abstract:
A person's main intention in life should not be for money. Magic makes it fun though.

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

Keywords: [Assertiveness] [Clothing] [Magic] [Money] [Music] [Peer Resistance] [Refusal Skills] [Relaxation] [Unselfish] [Wish]

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11. Guzzo, Sandra E. (1983). Fox and heggie. Niles, IL: Albert Whitman and Co..

Abstract:
Fox tries to earn enough money to buy a Greek fishing hat by helping out all his friends and neighbors. But, his generosity keeps him from earning the money, so his friends pull through for him in the end.

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

Keywords: [Animals] [Bear] [Clothing] [Conflict Resolution] [Critical Thinking] [Fox] [Frustration] [Giving] [Hard Work] [Presents] [Rabbit] [Raccoon] [Stress Management] [Unselfish] [Verbal Communication]

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12. Halliman, P.K. (1994). A rainbow of friends. Nashville, TN: Ideals Children's Books.

Abstract:
A vision of harmony celebrates differences among people. These vibrant pictures and rhymes help portray the notion that uniqueness in individuals is what makes each of us so special.

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

Keywords: [Acceptance] [Appreciation] [Confidence] [Differences] [Disability] [Diversity] [Equality] [Friendship] [Individuality] [Love] [Multicultural] [Peace] [Perspective] [Pride] [Rainbow] [Respect] [Self Confidence] [Self Esteem] [Shyness] [Speech] [Support] [Understanding] [Uniqueness] [Unselfish]

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13. Hoban, Russell (1971). Emmet otter's jug-band christmas. New York: Parent's Magazine Press.

Abstract:
Emmet and his mother are poor and each want to get the other something special for Christmas. They each enter a contest to win money but lose. However, both tried hard and are touched by the effort.

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

Keywords: [Christmas] [Competition] [Critical Thinking] [Decision Making] [Goal Setting] [Holidays] [Love] [Presents] [Unselfish] [Verbal Communication]

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14. Hoberman, Mary Ann (1997). One of each. Boston, MA: Little, Brown and Company.

Abstract:
Oliver Tolliver lives alone in his one little house that has just one of everything. He thinks he is happy until he discovers that having more to share with friends is even better!

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

Keywords: [Animals] [Art] [Birds] [Cat] [Change] [Clothing] [Colors] [Companion] [Conflict Resolution] [Counting] [Critical Thinking] [Decision Making] [Dog] [Feelings] [Food] [Friendship] [Happiness] [Night] [Nonverbal Communication] [Numbers] [Nutrition] [Pig] [Rabbit] [Reptiles] [Rhyme] [Self Esteem] [Sharing] [Sheep] [Snake] [Stars] [Unselfish] [Verbal Communication]

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15. Jackson, Isaac (1996). Somebody's new pajamas. New York: Dial Books for Young Readers.

Abstract:
Jerome becomes good friends with Robert, a new boy at school. On the night that Jerome sleeps over at Robert's house, Robert shares a pair of his pajamas. Jerome learns that it's okay if people do things a little differently.

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

Keywords: [African American] [Baby] [Change] [Clothing] [Critical Thinking] [Differences] [Family] [Feelings] [Friendship] [Grandparents] [Love] [Multicultural] [Nonverbal Communication] [Parents] [Playground] [School] [Self Esteem] [Uniqueness] [Unselfish] [Verbal Communication]

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16. Kinsey-Warnock, Natalie (1990). The wild horses of sweetbriar. New York: E.P. Dutton.

Abstract:
A young girl tells her story of an encounter with wild horses. While living with her parents on the small island off the coast of New England, she discovers wild horses. During the harsh winter that they live there, she helps the horses survive.

Absract provided by Melissa McCoy, 1995 for the Children's Picture Book Database at Miami University.

Keywords: [Affection] [Animals] [Birds] [Bodies Of Water] [Caring] [Family] [Horse] [Loneliness] [Memory] [Ocean] [Parents] [Seagull] [Seasons] [Snow] [Survival] [Sympathy] [Unselfish] [Verbal Communication] [Weather] [Weight Loss] [Wind] [Winter] [Worry]

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17. Lamstein, Sarah (1999). I like your buttons!. Morton Grove, IL: Albert Whitman & Co.

Abstract:
Random acts of kindness are demonstrated by Cassandra as she tells her teacher that she likes her buttons. Cassandra's positive attitude spreads throughout her school and around the neighborhood bringing joy and surprise to all.

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

Keywords: [Affection] [Animals] [Appreciation] [Behavior] [Careers] [Cat] [Communication] [Community] [Excitement] [Exercise] [Feelings] [Happiness] [Kindness] [Parents] [Playground] [Playing] [Recognition] [Restaurant] [School] [Self Confidence] [Self Esteem] [Unselfish] [Verbal Communication]

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18. Lexau, Joan M. (1964). Benjie. New York: The Dial Press.

Abstract:
Benjie's granny loses her earring on the way home from church, so bashful Benjie sets out to look for it while his granny is takng a nap. He finds the earring, but in the process he loses his bashfulness.

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

Keywords: [Accomplishment] [Adventures] [African American] [Assertiveness] [Bravery] [Change] [Disappearance] [Exploration] [Family] [Goal Setting] [Grandparents] [Lost] [Multicultural] [Shyness] [Sleep] [Success] [Unselfish] [Verbal Communication]

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19. Lindbergh, Reeve (1990). Johnny appleseed. Boston: Little, Brown and Company.

Abstract:
On his way to the western frontier, Johnny Appleseed stops to eat and chat with Hannah Goodwin and her family. His adventures bring many encounters with pioneers, Indians, and nature. When he is old, he returns to visit Hannah Goodwin who continues to tell children about Johnny Appleseed.

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

Keywords: [Accomplishment] [Adventures] [Ambition] [Appreciation] [Determination] [Exercise] [Exploration] [Folktale] [Goal Setting] [History] [Kindness] [Multicultural] [Native American] [Pioneers] [Rhyme] [Success] [Survival] [Unselfish] [Walking]

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20. Lindgren, Astrid (1966). The tomten and the fox. New York: Coward, McCann, and Geoghegan, Inc.

Abstract:
Reynard is a hungry fox who goes to a farm to steal food. There he meets a tomten who shares his food with Reynard.

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

Keywords: [Animals] [Assertiveness] [Conflict Resolution] [Critical Thinking] [Farm] [Fox] [Giving] [Hunger] [Mythical] [Ox] [Peer Resistance] [Prevention] [Refusal Skills] [Sharing] [Trolls] [Unselfish] [Verbal Communication]

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21. Lowell, Susan (1992). The three little javelinas. Flagstaff, AZ: Rising Moon.

Abstract:
Cousins of pigs (known as javelinas) attempt a daring rescue from the hungry coyote. The angry coyote huffs and puffs to blow the house down of the first and second javelinas--but not the third!The hungry coyote has a sizzling surprise in the adobe house where the three little javelinas live happily ever after.

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

Keywords: [Animals] [Author's Note] [Coyote] [Critical Thinking] [Decision Making] [Desert] [Escape] [Family] [Language] [Multicultural] [Native American] [Refusal Skills] [Resolution] [Siblings] [Spanish] [Teamwork] [Trick] [Unselfish]

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22. Maccarone, Grace (1995). The lunch box surprise. New York: Scholastic Inc.

Abstract:
Sam's mother forgets to pack his lunch for school. So Sam's first grade friends come to the rescue.

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

Keywords: [Anger] [Feelings] [Food] [Friendship] [Helping] [Nutrition] [Sadness] [School] [Surprises] [Unselfish]

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23. Maendel, Rachel (1999). Rachel, a hutterite girl. Scottsdale, PA: Herald Press.

Abstract:
A young Hutterite girl named Rachel explores her farm home. On her journey she learns facts about the natural world as well as the social traditions and cultural customs of her Hutterite family and community.

Susan Baker-Gillette, 2006 for the Children's Picture Book Database at Miami University.

Keywords: [Animals] [Bull] [Chicken] [Cow] [Customs] [Dutch] [Family] [Farm] [Friendship] [German] [Goose] [Grandparents] [Language] [Multicultural] [Neighbors] [Parents] [Pets] [Quakers] [Religion] [Responsibilities] [Siblings] [Unselfish]

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24. Marzollo, Jean (2005). Ruth and naomi. New York: Little Brown and Company.

Abstract:
After their husbands sadly pass away, Ruth moves to Bethlehem with her widowed mother-in-law Naomi. With no money and no sense of hope, the two women are unsure as to what will happen. A kind farmer known as Boaz, however shows his kindness and restores their happiness so that they can begin anew.

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

Keywords: [Anger] [Bravery] [Courage] [Critical Thinking] [Faith] [Feelings] [Food] [Friendship] [God] [Happiness] [Hard Work] [Helping] [Kindness] [Loneliness] [Love] [Loyalty] [Marriage] [Moving] [Nutrition] [Sadness] [Song] [Spiritual] [Stress Management] [Unselfish]

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25. Millen, C.M. (1999). The low-down laundry line blues. Boston: Houghton Mifflin Company.

Abstract:
A young girl finds herself down in the dumps, lonely, depressed, and hanging around just like the laundry line outside her window. She doesn't want to do anything and looks so pitiful sitting beside her window all alone: she's got the low-down laundry line blues. Her sister decides that something must be done to cheer her up!She uses jivey rhymes to lift her sister's mood, but to no avail, they just don't seem to work. As a last resort, she drags her lonely blues-stricken sister outside and turns the "low-down laundry line" into a lively jump rope to play with!Suddenly the "low-down laundry line" and the girl with the "low-down laundry line" blues become lively and upbeat.

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

Keywords: [Caring] [Clothing] [Companion] [Conflict Resolution] [Depression] [Determination] [Emotions] [Encouragement] [Excitement] [Exercise] [Family] [Feelings] [Friendship] [Helping] [Jumping] [Kindness] [Moods] [Patience] [Persistence] [Playing] [Problem Solving] [Rhyme] [Siblings] [Song] [Unselfish]

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