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Adlerman, Daniel. Africa Calling, Nighttime Falling. Whispering Coyote Press, 2001. ISBN: 1580890253
Step into African culture through collages and verses showing a turbaned little girl going to bed, surrounded by her stuffed toys, who are quickly becoming part of the fantasy.

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Agassi, Martine, Ph.D. Hands Are Not for Hitting. Free Spirit Publishing, 2000. ISBN: 1575420775
Illustrates the many things toddlers can do with their hands other than hitting, like playing and hugging.

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Aliki. A Weed is a Flower: The Life of George Washington Carver. New York: Simon and Schuster, 1985. ISBN: 671664905
Brief text and pictures present the life of the man, born a slave, who became a scientist and devoted his entire life to helping the South improve its agriculture.

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Aliki. A Weed is a Flower: The Life of George Washington Carver. New York: Simon and Schuster, 1985. ISBN: 671664905
Brief text and pictures present the life of the man, born a slave, who became a scientist and devoted his entire life to helping the South improve its agriculture.

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Aliki. My Five Senses. Harper Trophy, 1990. ISBN: 006445083X
A simple presentation of the five senses, demonstrating some ways we use them.

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Aliki. William Shakespeare and the Globe. Harpercollins Juvenile Books, 2000. ISBN: 0060284250
The author opens up the world of Shakespeare and the Globe Theatre, including many biographical facts about the Bard. Takes the reader through the reopening of the famous theatre and includes a map of Elizabethan London.

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Allard, Harry and James Marshall. Miss Nelson Is Missing. New York: Houghton Mifflin Co., 1977. ISBN: 0-395-40146-1
The kids in Room 207 take advantage of their teacher's good nature until she disappears and they are faced with a vile substitute.

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Asch, Frank. Good Lemonade. Franklin Watts, 1976. ISBN: 0-531010937
A young boy who refuses to believe that the lemonade at his stand could taste that bad tries many things to improve business.

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Awdry, Rev. W. Midnight Ride of Thomas the Tank Engine, Based on the Railway Series (The). Random House, 1994. ISBN: 679856439
Thomas is making a midnight run to deliver toys to a hospital. Along the way his headlights are cracked, but he gets help.

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Barrett, Joyce Durham. Willie’s Not the Hugging Kind. Harpercollins Juvenile Books, 1991. ISBN: 64432645
Willie likes being hugged by his family, but tells them to stop when his friend teases him. He tries to replace the hugging feeling, but can’t. He decides hugging is okay.

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Bemelmans, Ludwig. Madeline. Puffin, 2000. ISBN: 014056439X
Twelve girls live in Paris and one is petite but very brave, even when she has to go to the hospital in the middle of the night. This is a series of books. There are many examples of the nontraditional family members supporting each other.

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Bennett, William J. Children’s Book of Heroes. New York: Simon & Schuster, 1997. ISBN: 684834456
Biographies of world famous heroes, like Mother Teresa, to everyday heroes, like moms and dads. Filled with stories of people that children can look up to and emulate.

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Bennett, William J. Children’s Book of Virtues (The). Simon & Schuster, 1995. ISBN: 068481353X
A collection of stories that teach about character attributes such as honesty, courage, and responsibility.

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Berenstain, Stan and Jan Berenstain (Contributor). Berenstain Bears and the Week at Grandma's (The). Random House, 1986. ISBN: 394873351
Brother and Sister Bear aren't looking forward to a week with their grandparents, but they have good time and even learn how great it is to be grandparents. Family members support each other.

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Berenstain, Stan. Berenstain Bears and the Bully (The). Random House, 1993. ISBN: 0-679848053
When she takes a beating from the class bully, Sister Bear learns a valuable lesson in self-defense-- and forgiveness.

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Berenstain, Stan. Berenstain Bears and the Green-Eyed Monster (The). Random House, 1995. ISBN: 0-679864342
Sister is overcome with jealousy when Brother gets a shiny new ten-speed bike for his birthday. She in convinced she can ride the bike, and her envy leads her - and the bike - into trouble. Family members support each other.

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Berenstain, Stan. Berenstain Bears and the In-Crowd (The). Random House, 1989. ISBN: 039483013X
Sister cub refuses to give in when a bossy new cub named Queenie McBear tries to take over by pressuring and insulting the other cubs. Philanthropy themes: Family members support each other, not all behaviors are covered by rules, respect for others, and personal virtue.

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Berenstain, Stan. Berenstain Bears and Too Much Junk Food (The). Random House, 1985. ISBN: 0-394872177
When Mama Bear notices that her family is becoming chubby, she starts a campaign to change their eating and exercise habits. Family and community members support each other.

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Berger, Melvin. You Are What You Eat. Massachusetts: Newbridge Educational Publishing, 1996. ISBN: 1567840140
An introduction to proteins, vitamins and minerals, and an overview of the food pyramid and how good nutrition helps us grow.

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Berry, Joy Wilt. Feeling Afraid. New York: Scholastic, 1996. ISBN: 590623842
A story that will help children when they feel afraid and are facing a difficult situation, teaching them to be responsible for their actions

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Berry, Joy Wilt. Feeling Angry. New York: Scholastic, 1996. ISBN: 590623869
A story that will teach children to be responsible for their actions.

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Berry, Joy Wilt. Let's Talk About Being Helpful. Scholastic Trade, 1996. ISBN: 590623850
A young boy is inspired when his attitude of helping makes other happy.

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Birney, Betty. Oh Bother! Someone's Grumpy! Goldencraft, 1992. ISBN: 307626679
When everybody is grumpy and refuses to go out and play, Christopher Robin convinces them and helps them out of their spoiled moods. This charming book in the Pooh series addresses and solves basic childhood issues.

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Blecher-Sass, Hope. I Can Do It, I Really Can. Dominie Press, 1998.
Many people offer to help a young boy as he goes through his day. He assures people that he can do it, until the very end of the story. What do you think he wants help with?


Blos, Joan. Old Henry. Mulberry Books (Reprint), 1990. ISBN: 0688099351
Old Henry moves into an old, abandoned house. His neighbors hope that he will fix it up and improve the neighborhood, but instead he in interested in books, birds and art. The neighbors try everything but can not make Henry conform, and when he finally gives up and moves, they realize that they miss him.

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Blume, Judy. One in the Middle is the Green Kangaroo (The). New Yearling, 1992. ISBN: 0440467314
Freddy hates being the middle one in the family. When he gets a part in the school play, he proves to his family and himself that he is special, too. Family members support each other.

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Brett, Jan. Goldilocks and The Three Bears. Paper Star, 1996. ISBN: 698113586
The classic story of a lost young girl who goes into the house of three bears makes herself comfortable trying their porridge and beds.

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Bridges, Ruby. Through My Eyes. Scholastic Trade, 1999. ISBN: 590189239
This is the story of Ruby Bridges, the first black child to attend the all-white William Frantz Public School in New Orleans, Louisiana. Her courage opened the door for others to follow and signaled a change in this nation.

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Bridwell, Norman. Clifford the Big Red Dog. Scholastic Trade, 1987. ISBN: 0590341251
This is the story of a girl who has the biggest pet in the neighborhood, and the happiness he brings everyone around him. Clifford solves problems in the community.

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Brisson, Pat. Wanda's Roses. Honesdale: Boyds Mills Press, 2000. ISBN: 1-56397-925-X
A girl with simple faith, enthusiastic Wanda is convinced that she can grow roses from an old thornbush. When it doesn't flourish, the neighbors all pitch in and donate, filling the lot with beautiful rosebushes. Philanthropy themes: community supporting each other, self-interest sparks giving, kindness, common good.

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Brown, Marcia. Stone Soup: An Old Tale. Aladdin Paperbacks, 1997. ISBN: 689711034
An entire town taught to work together by three soldiers. The soldiers help the town build “stone soup” by having everyone put a little of what they have to eat in a big pot. The soup is the best that the townspeople have ever had and no one is hungry, although everyone thinks the soup is made from stones.

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Brown, Margaret Wise. Goodnight Moon. Harpercollins Juvenile Books, 1991. ISBN: 64430170
In a great green room, tucked away in bed, a little bunny says goodnight to all the familiar things. A calming children's classic for the end of the day.

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Bruchac, Joseph. First Strawberries: A Cherokee Story (The). Puffin (Reprint), 1998. ISBN: 140564098
The Native-American legend explains the origin of strawberries. When the first man and woman have a disagreement and she leaves angrily, the Sun grows strawberries at her feet to slow her and allow for the man to catch up and make amends.

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Bunting, Eve. Rudi’s Pond. Houghton Mifflin Company, 1999. ISBN: 395890675
When a sick boy dies, his friends and classmates remember him by building a schoolyard pond in his memory. Touching without being too melodramatic for children.

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Bunting, Eve. Someday a Tree. Clarion Books, 1996. ISBN: 395764785
A family enjoys the beauty and history of a lovely oak tree until it becomes poisoned by chemicals. People join together from all over to help the family save this precious tree.

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Bunting, Eve. Wednesday Surprise (The). Clarion Books, 1989. ISBN: 395547768
Every Wednesday night while Anna's mother and brother are away, Anna and her grandma work on a surprise for her father's birthday. On Saturday, when her father arrives home, they have a party for him. Finally it is time for Grandma to show everyone that Anna has taught her to read, to the delight of everyone.

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Cannon, Janell. Stellaluna. Harcourt Brace, 1993. ISBN: 152802177
Birds raise a baby bat. The baby cannot understand why she is so different from her bird family until she is reunited with her bat mother. Now, she has two families and exclaims to her bird siblings, “How can we be so different and feel so much alike? But we are friends and that is a fact!”

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Carle, Eric. Grouchy Ladybug (The). Scott Foresman, 1996. ISBN: 64434508
This unpleasant bug becomes happier, nicer and better mannered.

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Carle, Eric. Tiny Seed (The). New York: Simon and Schuster, 1991. ISBN: 887080154
Following a tiny seed, this illustrated book depicts the life cycle of a flower.

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Carle, Eric. Very Hungry Caterpillar (The). Scholastic Books, 1994. ISBN: 0590030299
Follow a caterpillar as he eats and eats and changes into a butterfly.

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Carlson, Nancy L. I Like Me! Pearson Learning (Reprint), 1990. ISBN: 140508198
A lovable pig shows that you can be your own best friend when she learns to appreciate herself and can prove that she can even take care of herself when no one is around.

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Cheltenham Elementary School Kindergartners. We Are All Alike...We Are All Different. Scholastic Trade, 2002. ISBN: 439417805
Kindergarten children describe the way in which they are alike as well as different.

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Cherry, Lynne. Great Kapok Tree: A Tale of the Amazon Rain Forest (The). Voyager Picture Books, 2000. ISBN: 152026142
A man is supposed to cut down a tree but has many visitors during his nap. When he wakes up he reconsiders chopping down the tree. Appropriate for exploring competing self-interest, responsibility to community.

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Chin, Karen. Sam and the Lucky Money. Lee and Low Books (Reprint), 1997. ISBN: 188000539
Sam gets to decide how he wants to spend the money he received for the Chinese New Year. Instead of purchasing an item for himself, he decides to give the money to a homeless man.

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Christiansen, Candace. Mitten Tree (The). Fulcrum Pub, 1997. ISBN: 1555913490
Starting as a secret gift to a boy without gloves, a little girl knits mittens for the children at the bus stop every day. Although she is out of yarn, she is left with an overflowing heart and a surprise awaiting.

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Coles, Robert. Story of Ruby Bridges (The). Scholastic Trade, 1995. ISBN: 590572814
American history was shaped by the six year-old girl who was the first African-American sent to an all-white school.

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Compestine, Ying Chang. Runaway Rice Cake (The). New York: Simon and Schuster, 2001. ISBN: 689829728
A tale of compassion and generosity about a rice cake that comes alive, sending its owners chasing it through the town.

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Cooney, Barbara. Miss Rumphius. New York: Viking Penguin, 1985. ISBN: 140505393
A young woman vows to make the world a more beautiful place before she grows old and dies. She follows through with her vow by scattering Lupine seeds everywhere she goes. She passes on her idea to her niece by telling her, “You must do something to make the world more beautiful.” ~ American Book Award Winner

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Cosby, Bill. Meanest Thing to Say (The). Cartwheel Books, 1997. ISBN: 590956167
When the only way to win the game is by being mean, Little Bill wonders if he can still be kind.

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Couric, Katie. Brand New Kid (The). New York, 2000. ISBN: 0-385500300
Lazlo, who has just moved to the United States from Hungary, is ostracized at school until two girls have the courage to befriend him.

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Coy, John. Strong to the Hoop. Lee & Low Books, 1999. ISBN: 1880000806
A young tagalong who dreams of playing basketball with his brother and his friends is finally invited to play. He feels triumphant as he competes with these players and wins the game with his last shot. Philanthropy theme: overcoming difficulties.

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Crummel, Susan Stevens and Janet Stevens. Cook-a-Doodle-Doo. Harcourt Children's Press, 1999. ISBN: 152019243
Rooster was tired of always eating grain so he decided to use his great-grandmother's cookbook to make something interesting to eat. His friends, Pig, Iguana and Turtle, all offer to help and with their teamwork they make a delicious treat.

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Curtis, Jamie Lee. Today I Feel Silly: And Other Moods That Make My Day. Joanna Cotler, 1998. ISBN: 60245603
The exploration of a child's emotions, from silliness to sadness, to excitement and anger, changing every day.

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Daly, Niki. Jamela’s Dress. Farrar Straus & Giroux, 1999. ISBN: 374336679
Instead of being careful with the special material for her mother’s dress, a young girl marches through town wrapped up in the fabric. She has a lot of explaining to do. Philanthropy themes: community, responsibility, selfishness and selflessness, giving.

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Decision-Making Model Grid. National Council on Economic Education.

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Demi. Empty Pot (The). New York: Henry Holt and Company, Inc., 1990. ISBN: 805012176
When Ping admits that he is the only child in China unable to grow a flower from the seeds distributed by the Emperor, he is rewarded for his honesty.

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Demuth, Patricia. Johnny Appleseed. Grosset & Dunlap , 1996. ISBN: 044841130X
Recounts the story of the man who traveled west planting apple seeds to make the country a better place to live.

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dePaola, Tomie. Legend of the Bluebonnet (The). New York: Scholastic, Inc., 2004. ISBN: 0590426036
A Native American child is named “She-Who-Is-Alone” because she has lost her family. She sacrifices her only possession as an offering in the hopes to end a famine.

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dePaola, Tomie. Legend of the Indian Paintbrush (The). Paper Star, 1996. ISBN: 698113608
Little Gopher follows his destiny, as revealed in a Dream-Vision, of becoming an artist for his people and eventually is able to bring the colors of the sunset down to the earth.

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dePaola, Tomie. Now One Foot, Now the Other. New York: Putnam Publication Group, 1991. ISBN: 399224009
The story of a young boy who takes care of his grandfather after he has a stroke, just like his grandfather used to take care of him as a child. The boy even helps his grandfather learn how to walk again.

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DiSalvo-Ryan, DyAnne. City Green. HarperCollins, 1994. ISBN: 068812786X
Marcy and Miss Rosa start a campaign to clean up an empty lot and turn it into a community garden.

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DiSalvo-Ryan, DyAnne. Uncle Willie and the Soup Kitchen. New York: HarperTrophy, 1997. ISBN: 688152856
A boy wonders about the people he sees on his city's streets. His uncle works at a soup kitchen. One day the boy goes to the soup kitchen with his uncle. A child can make a difference.

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Dugan, Barbara. Loop the Loop. Puffin (Reprint), 1993. ISBN: 140549048
A young girl, Ann, meets an elderly lady in her neighborhood, Mrs. Simpson, and the two form a friendship. When Mrs. Simpson comes to hard times the one thing that remains constant is their friendship; each gives of themselves.

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Ehlert, Lois. Growing Vegetable Soup. New York: Harcourt, 1987. ISBN: 152325751
A father and child grow vegetables and then make them into soup.

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Feelings, Muriel. Jambo Means Hello: A Swahili Alphabet Book. Dial Books for Young Readers, 1992. ISBN: 140546529
For each letter in the Swahili alphabet, a word in Swahili is provided and the reader learns an aspect of this vibrant African culture. Note there are 24 letters in the Swahili alphabet and 26 in the English alphabet.

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Feiffer, Jules. Bark, George. Harpercollins Juvenile Books, 1999. ISBN: 62051857
When a puppy is instructed to bark and instead he meows, his mother is concerned. After many other animal noises, she takes him to a veterinarian. After pulling numerous animals from the puppy, he speaks again, but this time says hello.

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Fredrick, Elizabeth. Leah's Pony. Boyds Mills Pr., 1999. ISBN: 1563978288
Before the Great Depression, Leah and her parents are doing well on the farm and she received a pony. The stock market crashed and drought caused farmers, including Leah's family, to face hardships. When their farm when up for auction, Leah chose to sell her pony so she could buy back her father's tractor.

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Freeman, Don. Corduroy. Puffin Books, 1976. ISBN: 0140501738
A worn-looking teddy bear waits patiently in the toy department until a young girl takes him home and makes him her own. Families support each other, kindness, friendship.

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Galdone, Paul. Little Red Hen (The). New York: Houghton Mifflin Co., 1985. ISBN: 899193498
None of the hen's lazy friends are willing to help her plant, harvest, or grind wheat into flour, but are eagerly awaiting the bread that is made from it. A lesson in teamwork.

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Gray, Libba Moore. Miss Tizzy. New York: Simon & Schuster, 1993. ISBN: 689818971
The eccentric Miss Tizzy, a beloved friend to all the children in her neighborhood, needs their help in remaining happy when she is sick in bed.

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Gray, Nigel. A Country Far Away. Orchard Books (Reprint), 1991. ISBN: 531070247
The story of two boys living in diverse yet similar environments: one in a western country and the other in a rural village in Africa. Celebrates the relationship of people despite different cultures.

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Guthrie, Donna. A Rose for Abby. Nashville: Abingdon Press, 1988. ISBN: 0687365864
Abby, whose father preaches in a large urban church, sees a homeless old woman searching the trash cans nearby and is inspired to do something for the neighborhood's many street people.

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Guthrie, Woodie. This Land is Your Land. Little Brown & Company, 1998. ISBN: 316392154
This tribute to America takes the reader on a walk from coast to coast of our diverse land, with notations and illustrations to provide details. Philanthropic acts are a US tradition.

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Hayes, Sarah. Eat Up, Gemma. Harcourt, 1993. ISBN: 0153003154
No one in the family is able to persuade Gemma to eat, until brother gets an inspired idea. Depicts the humorous life of an infant and her family, and how they all bond together to care for her. Families support each other.

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Heide, Florence Parry. Sami and the Time of the Troubles. Clarion, 1995. ISBN: 395720850
The life of a boy and his family in a war-torn town. He shows optimism and hope as he goes on about his daily life while spending many hours with his family hiding out in a basement for safety.

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Heine, Helme. Friends. Econo-Clad Books, 1999. ISBN: 808578898
A mouse, rooster, and pig are best friends. They spend their days sharing together. The moral of their story is that “Good friends stick together.”

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Heller, Ruth. Reason for a Flower (The). Paper Star, 1999. ISBN: 698115597
An introduction to botany for young readers.

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Henkes, Kevin. Chrysanthemum. New York: Greenwillow Books, 1991. ISBN: 688096999
Chrysanthemum is made fun of by classmates because of her unique name, until she meets the music teacher who also has an unusual name. Philanthropy: importance of respect for others, support of family and community.

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Henkes, Kevin. Julius, the Baby of the World. New York: Greenwillow Books, 1990. ISBN: 688089437
Lilly is unhappy about the arrival of her new baby brother and thinks it is the worst thing that has happened in their house. But when a cousin comes to visit and dares criticize Julius, she decides she really does love him. Trustworthiness and support in a family.

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Henkes, Kevin. Owen. Greenwillow, 1993 ISBN: 0688114490
When Owen is scheduled to start school, he refuses to go without his security blanket. His family tries everything, but he will not budge. Finally, Mom comes up with a solution that makes everyone happy. Families support each other.

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Herman, Gail. Lion and the Mouse (The). Random House (Paperback), 1998. ISBN: 679886745
In this retelling of an Aesop fable, an adventuresome mouse proves that even small creatures are capable of great deeds when her rescues the King of the Jungle.

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Hickman, Pamela. A Seed Grows. Tonawanda, NY: Kids Can Press, 1997. ISBN: 1550742000
A child's first look at a plant's lifecycle with illustrated fold-out flaps for added information.

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Hoban, Russell. A Bargain for Frances. New York: Harper & Row, 1992. ISBN: 006444001X
Thelma usually outsmarts Frances until Frances decides to teach her a lesson about friendship.

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Hoffman, Mary. Amazing Grace. New York: Dial Books for Young Readers, 1991. ISBN: 803710402
Although a classmate says that she cannot play Peter Pan in the school play because she is black, Grace discovers that she can do anything she sets her mind to do.

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Hopkinson, Deborah. Sweet Clara and the Freedom Quilt. New York: Random House, 1995. ISBN: 679874720
A young slave stitches a quilt with a map pattern which guides her to freedom in the North.

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Hutchins, Pat. Changes, Changes. Econo-Clad Books, 1999. ISBN: 808523384
A small wooden couple construct different structures with their building blocks. When the trouble comes, they turn each challenge into an opportunity. Philanthropy theme of meeting needs.

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Hutchins, Pat. Doorbell Rang (The). Mulberry Books (Paperback), 1989. ISBN: 688092349
Children learn to share with friends by sharing cookies with neighbors and visitors one afternoon. Their sharing is rewarded when grandma arrives with a whole new plate of cookies.

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Hutchins, Pat. You’ll Soon Grow Into Them, Titch. Mulberry Books, 1992. ISBN: 688115071
Titch is tired of wearing hand-me-downs from his siblings. His mother decides to buy him some new clothes and he gets to be the one handing down!

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Ichikawa, Satomi. Nora’s Duck. Philomel Books, 1991. ISBN: 039921805X
Nora finds an injured duck and takes it to Dr. John. They befriend the animal and eventually return it to the pond. There is a surprise at the pond.

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Jennings, Linda. Best Christmas Present of All (The). Dutton Books, 1996. ISBN: 525456929
When the owner of a friendly dog, Buster, falls ill, he is sent to live with his grandchildren. Adjusting to an energetic family is scary and confusing, and Buster attempts to search for his owner. Themes of loyalty and love.

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Jennings, Linda. Dog Who Found Christmas (The). Puffin (Reprint), 1996. ISBN: 140559655
A poor dog named Buster is abandoned on Christmas Eve. In search of familiarity, he fearfully wanders the cold streets, coming across many challenges along the way, until he finds his way to a man who is looking for a friend like Buster.

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Johnson, Angela. Tell Me a Story, Mama. Orchard Books, 1992. ISBN: 531070328
A child begs Mama to tell her a bedtime story. Mama's childhood memories, as related by her daughter, enable the two to share slices of life from a previous generation. Importance of family.

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Johnson, Crockett. Harold and the Purple Crayon. Harpercollins Juvenile Books, 1981. ISBN: 64430227
A boy travels with his imagination and a purple crayon. At one time he shares his pie with a hungry moose and a deserving porcupine.

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Jones, Carol. Lion and the Mouse (The). Houghton Mifflin Co., 1997. ISBN: 395869560
In this adaptation of a familiar fable, an adventuresome mouse proves that even small creatures are capable of great deeds when he rescues the King of the Jungle.

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Keats, Ezra Jack. A Letter to Amy. Puffin Paperback, 1998. ISBN: 014056442X
Amy's friend, Peter, wants to plan a birthday party for her and works to keep it a surprise. Themes of friendship, loyalty, and advocacy.

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Keats, Ezra Jack. Hi, Cat. Viking Children’s Books, 1999. ISBN: 670885460
When Archie says hello to a stray cat, it ruins his plans for the day. But before his knows it, the cat has taken a liking to him and is waiting on his doorstep. Making the best of a bad situation.

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Keister, Douglas. Fernando's Gift. Sierra Club Books for Children, 1998. ISBN: 871569272
A young boy narrates his life in the tin-roofed house his father built in the rain forest of Costa Rica. When he finds his friend's favorite climbing tree cut down, surprises her by giving her a new tree to plant and preserve in a secret place in the forest.

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Kelley, Rick. Random Acts of Kindness.
This piece of sheet music is written by Kelley, a Michigan native and professional musician residing in Chicago, is offered as an insert in the Learning to Give newsletter. Accessible on the Web site www.learningtogive.org

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Kottke, Jan. A Day with a Mail Carrier. New York: Children's Press, 2000. ISBN: 516230158
Explains in simple terms some of the duties of a mail carrier.

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Kraus, Robert. Leo, the Late Bloomer. HarperTrophy, 1994. ISBN: 006443348X
Leo was a sad tiger. He could not do anything that his friends could do. Then one day, along with the flowers, Leo bloomed. He could draw and eat neatly. Leo and his family were thrilled.

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Krauss, Ruth. Carrot Seed (The). Harperfestival, 1993. ISBN: 694004928
A little boy has faith that his seed will grow even when his family tells him it won’t happen.

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Leedy, Loreen. Edible Pyramid: Good Eating Every Day (The). Scott Foresman, 1996. ISBN: 823412334
Beautifully clothed animals are ushered into the Edible Pyramid restaurant, where they are offered selections on the U.S. Department of Agriculture food pyramid. They learn about the choices in each category as well as the daily number of servings.

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Lester, Julius. John Henry. Puffin, 1999. ISBN: 140566228
The popular African-American folk ballad about a man who tries who challenges a steam drill to a contest of cutting a hole in a mountain. He shows boundless energy and perseverance, and inspires readers to live each day to its fullest.

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Levinson, Nancy Smiler. Clara and the Bookwagon. Harper Trophy, 1992. ISBN: 64441342
Clara desires to add some excitement to her life on the farm, and her dream comes true when the nation's first traveling library comes to her town. Philanthropy: nonprofit organization in early America.

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Lionni, Leo. Swimmy. Econo-Clad Books, 1999. ISBN: 833503723
One small, black fish teaches his little red fish friends to work together by helping them form one large unit, which looks like a big red fish, with Swimmy as the black eye. The big fish they all create saves them from being eaten by predators. ~Caldecott Honor Book~ALA Notable Children’s Book~New York Times Best Illustrated Children’s Book of the Year~

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Lorbiecki, Marybeth . Sister Anne's Hands. Dial Books for Young Readers, 1998. ISBN: 803720386
When an African-American nun begins teaching at Anna's parochial school in the 19670's, she is introduced to racism.

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Lum, Kate. What! Cried Granny: An Almost Bedtime Story. Dial Books for Young Readers, 1999. ISBN: 803723822
While sleeping over a Grandma's house, young boy is doing all he can to avoid having to go to bed. Grandma goes to great measures to make him comfortable, by building a bed and a pillow, until finally it is morning. Families support each other and meeting a need.

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Madden, Don. Wartville Wizard (The). Alladin (Reprint), 1993. ISBN: 689716672
This lesson on ecology tells of a tidy old man who spent his time cleaning up after the people of Wartville. When he realizes he has the ability to teach the people to be more tidy and get rid of all of the trash forever, Wartville is a changed place.

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Maestro, Betsy. Coming To America. New York: Scholastic, 1996. ISBN: 0-590-44151-5
Overview of immigrants coming to America in search of political and religious freedom. Illustrates the influences on their experience, including legal restrictions as well as the influences of the many different ethnic groups.

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Martin, Bill Jr., and John Archambault. Chicka Chicka Boom Boom. Aladdin Paperbacks, 2000. ISBN: 068983568X
Take a journey and sing a song with the letters of the alphabet. Themes of family and group cooperation.

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Martin, Jacqueline Briggs. Snowflake Bentley. Houghton Mifflin Company, 1998. ISBN: 395861624
Wilson A. Bentley, a man of considerable patience used photography to study snowflakes. He discovered, among other things, the fact that no two snowflakes are alike, and displayed a gift of finding beauty in places many don't even look. The main character is a life-long philanthropist giving in his own self-interest and sharing his passion. He shared his talent.

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Martin, Jr., Bill. Bill Martin Jr.'s Treasure Chest. DLM Teaching Resources, 1989.
Book of short poems that are a joy to the students.

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Martin, Jr., Bill. Brown Bear, Brown Bear What Do You See? Henry Holt & Company, Inc., 1996. ISBN: 805047905
The brown bear responds to the title question by telling us what he sees in the pictures, and then the readers are asked to respond and tell what they see.

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Mayer, Gina and Mercer. A Very Special Critter. Racine, Wisconsin: Western Publishing Company, Inc., 1993. ISBN: 030712763X
A little critter discovers that the new boy in class is really not so different from anyone else, even though he is in a wheelchair.

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Mayer, Gina and Mercer. This is My Family. Golden Book Publishing Company Inc., 1997. ISBN: 307160688
Little Critter introduces the reader to the members of his family and their daily activities.

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Mayer, Mercer. I Was So Mad. Golden Books Pub Co Inc., 2000. ISBN: 307119394
A young person tries several methods of getting rid of anger.

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McCloskey, R. Make Way for Ducklings. Viking Press, 19419. ISBN: 0670451495
The Mallard family of Boston need a place to care for their brood of ducklings. They enjoy peanuts and are befriended by Officer Michael. Enjoy the adventures of Jack, Kack, Lack Mack, Nack, Oack, Pack and Quack. Philanthropy themes: community, common good, and citizens organizing in response to a need.

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McGovern, Ann. Lady in the Box (The). New York: Turtle Books, 1999. ISBN: 1890515159
When Lizzie and Ben discover a homeless lady living in their neighborhood, they must reconcile their desire to help her with their mother's admonition not to talk to strangers.

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Milne, A. A. House at Pooh Corner (The). Puffin Books, 1992. ISBN: 0140361227
Discover the rhymes, songs and stories that surround Winnie the Pooh and his pals. Themes of community, trust, citizens organizing to meet a need.

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Mosel, Arlene. Tikki Tikki Tembo. Henry Holt, 1989. ISBN: 805011668
Two brothers rescue each other from a well and learn a lesson about getting help.

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Munch, Robert. Purple, Green and Yellow. Annick Press, 1992 ISBN: 1550372564
This is a fun story that exaggerates what can happen when a child uses colorful permanent drawing markers.

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Nayer, Judy. My Five Senses. Massachusetts: Newbridge Educational Publishing, 1994. ISBN: 1567840671
Teaches children about experiencing nature through their five senses.

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Naylor, Phyllis. Ducks Disappearing. Atheneum, 1997. ISBN: 689319029
As Willie is having fun counting the little ducklings, he notices that they seem to be disappearing into a drainpipe. Although no one will take him seriously, when he finally demands that he receive help from the adults he gets it.

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Nickl, Peter. Story of the Kind Wolf (The). New York: North-South Books, 1994. ISBN: 1558580581
The animals in the forest learn to trust a wolf although many are afraid of him just because of his reputation. The wolf takes over the forest and becomes a doctor. The wolf cares for everyone — including those who are most afraid of him, the rabbits.

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Nikola-Lisa, W. Bein' With You This Way. Lee & Low Books, 1995. ISBN: 1880000261
A rap rhythm message invites young readers to be a part of the chorus in a celebration of cultural and personal diversity. The illustrations depict a playground kids love.

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Norworth, Jack. Take Me out to the Ballgame. Aladdin Paperbacks, 1999. ISBN: 689824335
Scenes from the fifth game of the 1947 World Series have been used to illustrate the classic baseball song. A new arrangement of the classic song is included.

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Penn, Audrey. Kissing Hand (The). Child Welfare League of America, 1993. ISBN: 878685855
This is a heartwarming story about adjusting to the beginning school and of feelings of separation anxiety.

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Pfister, Marcus. Rainbow Fish (The). North South Books, 1996. ISBN: 1558585362
The most beautiful fish in the entire ocean learns a lesson about the importance of inner beauty and sharing when he gives away his shiny scales to other fish so that everyone can be beautiful. ~Christopher Award 1993 ~Bologna Book Fair Critic Erba Prize 1993~IRA-CBC Children’s Choice 1993~Abby Award Winner 1995~

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Piper, Watty. Little Engine That Could (The). Dutton Books, 1998. ISBN: 525460756
A little train saves the day after the bigger stronger trains refuse to help.

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Polacco, Patricia. Chicken Sunday. Paper Star, 1998. ISBN: 698116151
A young Russian girl and her two African American “brothers” devise a plan to decorate and sell eggs in order to buy an Easter hat for the boys’ “grandmother” known for her chicken dinners.

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Polacco, Patricia. Keeping Quilt (The). Aladdin, 2001. ISBN: 0689844476
A homemade quilt ties together the lives of four generations of an immigrant family, remaining a symbol of their enduring love and faith and a reminder of special occasions.

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Polacco, Patricia. Mrs. Katz and Tush. Picture Yearling, 1994. ISBN: 440409365
With a gift of a kitten a boy and an elderly woman develop a friendship. Over time, the affection between the little boy and the elderly woman grows; she tells him stories of the old country and her experiences in America, and they both come to realize how many common experiences there are in the histories of African Americans and Jewish immigrants.

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Polacco, Patricia. Pink & Say. New York: Philomel Books, 1994. ISBN: 399226710
The story of young men, one white and one African American, who fought for the Union in the Civil War and were captured and sent to Andersonville Prison. Their shared humanity is inspirational. The story is based on the oral history of the author’s family.

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Polacco, Patricia. Thank You, Mr. Falker. Philomel Books, 1998. ISBN: 0399231668
At first, Trisha loves school, but her difficulty learning to read makes her feel dumb, until, in the fifth grade, a new teacher helps her understand and overcome her problem.

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Polacco, Patricia. Tikvah Means Hope. Picture Yearling, 1996. ISBN: 440412293
A fire destroys much of the property in a community, but a cat restores their faith in the goodness of neighbors and hope for the future.

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Pomerance, Marion Hess. Can-Do Thanksgiving (The). Albert Whitman & Company, 1998. ISBN: 807510548
After a girl donates a can of peas to her school's food drive, she wonders where the can of peas will go. She finds out when she and her classmates help serve Thanksgiving dinner at a local soup kitchen.

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Priceman, Marjorie. How to Make Apple Pie and See the World. Dragonfly, 1996. ISBN: 679880836
How can you get the ingredients if the market is closed? Take a trip around the world, from Italy to Vermont, to gather the ingredients and invite your international friends to bake and eat with you. Recipe is included at the end.

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Raatma, Lucia. Safety on Your Bicycle. Bridgestone Press, 2000. ISBN: 736801936
Discusses the safety aspects of riding a bicycle, including such topics as helmets, equipment, traffic rules, hand signals and visibility.

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Ready, Dee. Mail Carriers. Mankato: Capstone Press, 1998. ISBN: 1560655577
Explains the clothing, tools, schooling, and work of mail carriers.

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Rey, H. A. & Margret Rey. The Complete Adventures of Curious George. Houghton Mifflin Company, 1995. ISBN: 395754100
When a monkey is taken out of the jungle and brought to the city, he has many adventures.

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Ringgold, Faith. Dinner At Aunt Connie’s House. New York: Hyperion Press, 1996. ISBN: 0786811501
The story of a young adopted boy, his cousin, and the twelve talking portraits they find one summer. The portraits are of famous African-American women who inspire the children with their stories.

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Ringgold, Faith. Tar Beach. Dragonfly, 1996. ISBN: 517885441
Cassie Lightfoot, growing up in Harlem in the 1930s, decides as she lays on her rooftop to learn to fly. She will fly over buildings and bridges and give them to her father who works so hard for so little pay. Philanthropy: minority rights.

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Rockwell, Lizzy. Good Enough to Eat. New York: Harper Collins, 2000. ISBN: 64451747
Describes the six categories of nutrients needed for good health, how they work in the body, and what foods provide each.

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Rosen, Michael J. (editor). Home: A Collaboration of Thirty Authors & Illustrators. New York: Harper Trophy, 1996. ISBN: 64434702
Thirteen authors and seventeen illustrators celebrate the places and things that make up the home, in support of Share Our Strength's (SOS) fight against homelessness.

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Ross, Tony. Stone Soup. Puffin Books, 1990. ISBN: 140547088
A clever Mother Hen is going to be put into the soup unless she can thwart the hungry wolf's plans.

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Ryan, Pam Munoz. Amelia and Eleanor Go For a Ride. Scholastic Trade, 1999. ISBN: 059096075X
This picture book celebrates the courage and pioneering spirit of Amelia Earhart and Eleanor Roosevelt as they leave a dinner at the White House for night of flying and driving.

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Rylant, Cynthia. Henry and Mudge in Puddle Trouble. Aladdin Books, 1996. ISBN: 0689810032
Join Henry and his dog Mudge as they explore the changes of Spring.

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Sandburg, Carl. Huckabuck Family and How They Raised Popcorn in Nebraska and Quit and Came Back. Farrar Straus & Giroux, 1999. ISBN: 374335117
A picture-book version of the classic Rutabaga story. The family must move when a fire starts and their enormous popcorn harvest pops them out of house and farm. After traveling to towns all over the country, the family finally decides to return home. This will be a happy introduction to Sandburg for many children. Philanthropy: community and family meeting needs in hard times.

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Sabin, Ellen. The Giving Book - Open the Door to a Lifetime of Giving . Watering Can Press, 2004. ISBN: 0975986805
Teach children to give back as they create their own "scrapbook" to record their ideas, dreams and wishes for the world. A Teacher's Guide with lesson plans as well as sample pages from the book are available on the publisher's Web site at www.wateringcanpress.com.

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Schaefer, Lola M. We Need Mail Carriers. Mankato: Capstone Press, 2000. ISBN: 736803920
Simple text and photographs present mail carriers, their role in the community, and their many tasks as they work for the Post Office collecting and sorting mail, and delivering letters, packages, and magazines.

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Seeger, Peter. Abiyoyo. Aladdin Paperbacks, 1994. ISBN: 689718101
An African father and son save a village from a monster using magic in the traditional story-song. Themes of family, community, and sharing a talent.

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Sendak, M. Chicken Soup With Rice. Harper Trophy, 1991. ISBN: 006443253X
A boy’s journey through the months of the year and the ways he enjoys eating chicken soup with rice.

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Seuss, Dr. 500 Hats of Bartholomew Cubbins (The). Random House, 1989. ISBN: 039484484X
The king has ordered Bartholomew to take off his hat, but each time he removes one, there is another! Selfishness and selflessness.

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Seuss, Dr. Cat in the Hat. Random House, 1957. ISBN: 039480001X
When a stranger comes in while Mom is not home, there is big trouble. Trust is important in a family.

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Seuss, Dr. Horton Hatches the Egg. Random House, 1966. ISBN: 039480077X
This is a story about a dedicated elephant who makes a commitment and sticks to it even when he is teased and when the weather is cold and rainy. He gets rewarded in the end.

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Seuss, Dr. Sneetches and Other Stories (The). New York: Random House, 1989. ISBN: 394800893
Includes four humorous verse fantasies: The Sneetches, The Zax, The Many Daves, and What Was I Scared Of? Philanthropy themes: factions, citzens have responsibility for common good, tolerance, civil society.

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Seuss, Dr. Thidwick: The Big-Hearted Moose. New York: Random House Publishers, 1993. ISBN: 679843388
A moose lets different animals live in his antlers and takes care of them.

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Shulevitz, Uri. One Monday Morning. Farrar, Straus and Giroux, 2003. ISBN: 0374456488
Each day another visitor is looking for a young boy, but the boy is not at home.

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Silverstein, Shel. Giving Tree (The). Harpercollins Juvenile Books, 1964. ISBN: 60256656
A child and a tree share a friendship and life’s changes.

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Silverstein, Shel. Where the Sidewalk Ends. New York: Harpercollins Juvenile Books, 1974. ISBN: 60256672
A boy who turns into a TV set and a girl who eats a whale are only two of the characters in a collection of humorous poetry illustrated with the author's own drawings.

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Siracusa, Catherine. No Mail for Mitchell. New York: Random House, 1990. ISBN: 679804765
A dog who serves his neighborhood as a mailman never receives any mail for himself, until he falls ill and his friends give him a surprise.

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Slobodkina, Esphyr. Caps for Sale. HarperTrophy, 1987. ISBN: 0064431436
When a peddler falls asleep under a tree, some monkeys have fun with his caps.

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Steig, William. Doctor De Soto. Sunburst, 1990. ISBN: 374418101
Dr. Desoto is a dentist who is almost outfoxed by a mischievous patient. Dr. DeSoto feels a responsibility to serve his community.

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Steig, William. Sylvester and the Magic Pebble. Aladdin, 1987. ISBN: 0671662694
One rainy day, Sylvester finds a magic pebble that can make wishes come true. But when a lion frightens him on his way home, Sylvester makes a wish that brings unexpected results. Family and community support each other.

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Steptoe, John. Mufaro’s Beautiful Daughters. Amistad, 1987. ISBN: 688040454
A modern fable reminiscent of the Cinderella story, about a king searching for a bride and the results of pride. Themes of kindness and sharing with people in need, tolerance.

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Stevens, Jan Romero. Carols and the Cornfield. Scott Foresman, 1999. ISBN: 873587359
When Carlos rushes to complete his chore of planting corn and leaves some undone, he learns a lesson about responsibility and listening.

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Sturges, Philemon. Little Red Hen: (Makes a Pizza) (The). Dutton Books, 1999. ISBN: 525459537
In this version of the traditional tale, the duck, the dog, and the cat refuse to help the Little Red hen make a pizza but do get to participate when the time comes to eat it. Responsibility to community.

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Surat, Michelemaria. Angel Child, Dragon Child. New York: Scholastic Trade, 1989. ISBN: 590422715
Ut, a Vietnamese child, makes friends with a bully by sharing her stories and traditions with him. Her Mother joins the family from Vietnam at the end of the story.

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Swinger, Marlys. Sing Through the Day: Eighty Songs for Children. Plough Publishing House, 1999. ISBN: 874869714
A cross-cultural, international collection of songs for children.

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Taback, Simms. Joseph Had a Little Overcoat. Viking Children’s Books, 1999. ISBN: 670878553
Joseph’s overcoat keeps getting smaller and smaller as it gets changed into a jacket, a vest and so on all the way down to a cloth button. You can make something from nothing.

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The EarthWorks Group. 50 Simple Things Kids Can Do to Save the Earth. Kansas City: Andrews and McMeel, 1990. ISBN: 0-8362-2301-2
Explains how specific things in a child's environment are connected to the rest of the world, how using them affects the planet, and how the individual can develop habits and projects that are environmentally sound.

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Van Allsburg, Chris. Wreck of the Zephyr (The). Houghton Mifflin Company, 1983. ISBN: 395330750
Find out what happens when a child thinks he is the best sailor in the world.

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Viorst, Judith. Alexander and the Terrible, Horrible, No Good, Very Bad Day. Aladdin Paperbacks, 1987. ISBN: 689711735
Alexander is having such a bad day that he wants to move away, far away to Australia.

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Walker, M., Edited by Elinor Chamas. Farmer and the Beet (The). Addison-Wesley Publishing Company, 1989. ISBN: 201190532
A farmer gets lots of help pulling up the beet.

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Ward, Helene. Tin Forest (The). Puffin Books, 2003. ISBN: 142501565
Every night the old tin man dreamt that he would wake up to a beautiful forest of trees and animals instead of the junkyard where he lives now. After befriending a lost bird, his wish comes true.

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Warner, Gertrude Changler. Benny Goes into Business. Albert Whitman & Co., 1999. ISBN: 807506370
When Benny Alden decides he wants to go into business like his grandfather, his first several attempts don’t quite work out.

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Webelos Scout Book. Irving, Texas: Boy Scouts of America, 1998. ISBN: 839531087
The basic guidebook book for Webelos Scouts, which includes the advancement requirements to earn the Webelos badge and the Arrow of Light Award, which is the highest award that can be earned by a Cub Scout.

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Wells, Rosemary. Noisy Nora. Puffin Books, 2000. ISBN: 0140567283
Finding it difficult to be the middle child, Nora tries everything to get the attention of her parents. She soon realizes that stopping the noisy mischief will get her the attention she really wants.

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Wells, Rosemary. Yoko and Friends. Hyperion Press, 1998. ISBN: 786803959
A child’s favorite lunch is the target of teasing by her classmates. The teacher resolves the situation in a thoughtful way and educational way. What is your favorite lunch?

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Williams, Vera B. A Chair For My Mother. Econo-Clad Books, 1999. ISBN: 808533851
After their furniture is burned in a fire, a child and her grandma save dimes to buy an armchair for the child’s tired mother, who works long hours as wait staff. The community helps the family in need. Family supports each other. ~Caldecott Honor Book ~

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Wood, Audrey. Jubal's Wish. Blue Sky Press, 2000. ISBN: 043916964X
Jubal the bullfrog wants nothing more than to spend time with his friends who are always too busy or too tired. When he wishes for their happiness, it is found when they are able to help each other avoid danger from a flood.

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Wood, Audrey. Napping House (The). Red Wagon, 2000. ISBN: 152026320 A fun bedtime story about sleepy people and animals napping in one cozy bed. Family theme.

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Woodson, Jacqueline. Other Side (The). Putnam Pub Group Juv., 2001. ISBN: 399231161
A daring girl named Annie sits on the fence that separates the black side of town from the white, which makes Clover curious. Unsure why this fence exists, she bravely attempts to build a friendship.

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Wyeth, Sharon Dennis. Something Beautiful. New York: Bantam Doubleday Dell Publishing Group, 1998. ISBN: 385322399
When she goes looking for something beautiful in her city neighborhood, a young girl finds beauty in many different forms.

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Yep, Laurence. Junior Thunder Lord (The). Troll Assoc., 1994. ISBN: 816734542
A story cleverly illustration the moral those at the top should help those at the bottom.

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Yolen, Jane. Owl Moon. Philomel Books, 1987. ISBN: 399214577
A little girl and her father take a walk on a late winter night and admire their surroundings. As they call for owls they finally find one and share a special moment.

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Yolen, Jane. Raising Yoder's Barn. Little Brown & Co., 2002. ISBN: 0316075930
After a lightening bolt hits a barn, an Amish family suffers a devastating fire. With the help of others a new barn is raised' and the Yoders are blessed.

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Zelinsky, Paul O. Rapunzel. Dutton Books, 1997. ISBN: 525456074
A prince climbs up the fair lady’s locks of hair to save her. Philanthropy for the sake of self-interest.

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Ziefert, Harriet. Best Smelling Christmas Book Ever (The). Little Simon, 1997. ISBN: 689814178
A mouse guides you through the smells of Christmas in this scratch and sniff book.

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Ziefert, Harriet. Squarehead. Houghton Mifflin Co. (Juv.), 2001. ISBN: 618083782
A dream reminds George of how great round things can be even though he is square. Tolerance.

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Delis-Abrams, Alexandra. ABC Feelings LOTTO/BINGO Game (1994) by Adage Publications. ISBN: 1879889099

This game illustrates the ABCs of feelings. For every letter of the alphabet there is a feeling card. Two to seven players.

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ABC Feelings LOTTO/BINGO Game (1993) by Adage Publications.
This game illustrates the ABCs of feelings. For every letter of the alphabet there is a feeling card. Two to seven players.


Minding My Manners Flashcards (1995) by Media Materials.
Through colorful pictures of animals behaving appropriately children are taught manners.

 

Nine Career Hats, ABC Sets. ASIN: B0000A41QY
Nine career helments (Fireman, Ship Captain, Race Car Driver, etc.) for for children to learn about community and careers.

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Rainbow Fish Book Marks (1992) by North-South Books.
Bookmarks denoting the famous fish.

 

Rainbow Fish Jigsaw Puzzle (1992) by Mudpuppy Press.
Large-piece puzzle creates picture of the Rainbow Fish.

 

Rainbow Fish Memory Game (1992) by Mudpuppy Press.
Memory game consists of 72 cards in full color, 20 with holographic images.

 

Sharing Cutter by Frankencutters.
Creative cookie cutter in the shape of two connected squares- perfect for breaking and sharing!

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Stellaluna Puzzle (1993) by Mudpuppy Press.
Twenty-piece puzzle depicting the Stellaluna bat family.

 

World Bouncing Ball.
A bouncing ball depicting the globe that can be used for play, movement in music, or to designate the speaker during a discussion.

For Our Children Too!: To Benefit Pediatric AIDS Foundation. Rhino Records Compact Disc. ASIN: B0000033UA
Various pop-artists sing favorite children’s songs like Puff the Magic Dragon. Benefits from sales go to the Pediatric AIDS Foundation.

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Grammer, Red. Teaching Peace. Red Note Compact Disc, 1986. ASIN: B000009NGF
A children's collection with a contagious vision of world peace.

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Guthrie, Woodie and Arlo Guthrie. This Land Is Your Land. Rounder Records Corporation Audiocassette, 1987. ASIN: 1-57940-005-1, CD ASIN: B000003H1
The famous ballad takes the reader on a walk from coast to coast. Philanthropic acts are a US tradition.

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Kelley, Rick. Random Acts of Kindness.
A lively hip-hop song by Rick Kelly, a Michigan native and professional musician currently living in Chicago. Sheet music is included in newsletter, which is accessible on the Learning to Give Web site.

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Moss, J. People in Your Neighborhood. Sesame Street Platinum All-time Favorites. Sony Compact Disc, 1995. ASIN: B000002B8G
Twenty tracks from the all-time favorite children's program will be a delight to children and adults alike!

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Raffi. All I Really Need: Baby Beluga. Rounder Records Compact Disc, 1996. ASIN: B0000003HD
Included in CD is complete lyrics as well as a description and history of beluga whales.

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Raffi. Singable Songs for the Very Young: Great with a Peanut Butter Sandwich. Rounder Compact Disc, 1996. ASIN: B0000003H4
A 1970's favorite of children, parents and teachers. Includes 19 tracks.

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Tchaikovsky, Pytor Il'yich. The Waltz of the Flowers:The Nutcracker (Highlights). Emi Classics, 1999. ASIN: B00001ZSXE
A collection of 19 highlights by the Philharmonic Orchestra from the famous ballet.

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Charlotte’s Web. 94 minutes. Paramount Studios, 2003. Videocassette. ASIN: 6304015127
An animated presentation of the story by E. B. White about a spider who sacrifices herself to save her best friend, Wilbur the pig.

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Fly Away Home. Directed by Carroll Ballard.107 minutes. Columbia/Tristar Pictures, 1999. Videocassette. ASIN: 800187792
Story of a teenage girl who, along with her father, cares for a flock of baby geese until it is time for them to fly away for the winter. Directed by Carroll Ballard.107 minutes. Columbia/Tristar Pictures, 1996. Videocassette. ASIN: 080019683X
Story of a teenage girl who, along with her father, cares for a flock of baby geese until it is time for them to fly away for the winter.

 

Mister Rogers - Music and Feelings. 65 minutes. Twentieth Century Fox, 1989. Videocassette. ASIN: 6301805305
Mister Rogers explores the many different ways that music touches our lives. He discusses how music can help people express themselves positively.

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Pollyanna. Directed by David Swift, II. 134 minutes. Walt Disney Studios, 2002. Videocassette. ASIN: B00005RRG5
This touching story is about a girl who turns a sad town around through generosity and cheerfulness (now in color).

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Rainbow Fish & Dazzle the Dinosaur. 30 minutes. Sony Wonders, 2000. Videocassette. ASIN: 6304371837
This video tells the story of the Rainbow Fish who learns to share his beautiful scales and learns the importance of inner beauty. The tape also includes the story of Dazzle the Dinosaur who is brave and saves his best friend from an evil dragon.

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Shiloh. Directed by Dale Rosenbloom. 93 minutes. Warner Studios, 2004. Videocassette. ASIN: 6304457170
This animated story based on the novel by Phyllis Reynolds is touching in its portrayal of a boy who rescues an abused dog.

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The Little Engine That Could. 30 minutes. Universal Studios, 1996. Videocassette. ASIN: 6304142323
The well-known story of the train engine that told himself, “I think I can” retold in animation.

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Winnie the Pooh: Helping Others. 45 minutes. Disney Studios, 1999. Videocassette. ASIN: 1558904786
Winnie the Pooh and all his friends learn to work together and help one another. Contains free flashcards with scenes from the movie.

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Winnie the Pooh: Working Together. 33 minutes. Disney Studios, 1999. Videocassette. ASIN: 788803530
Winnie the Pooh and his friends work together to accomplish tasks. Contains free flashcards with scenes from the movie.

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Babe. Directed by Chris Noonan. 92 minutes. Universal Studios, 2004 . Videocassette. ASIN: B0000AK7AG
A charming pig who thinks he is a sheepdog cares for his master and the farm. Follows Babe on many adventures.

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Barney: Kids For Character Basics. 30 minutes. Barney Home Video - The Lyons Group, 1996. Videocassette. ASIN: B00000HF1B
The big purple dinosaur teaches children basic values about being a good friend, and models these values.

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Character Builders: Learn More About Sharing and Kindness. 24 minutes. Bridgestone Multimedia., 2002 Videocassette. ASIN: B000007R09
A sing-along series that will help to develop and instill positive characteristics in children.

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