Common Thread: Emotions

Sub-Category 1: Sad

Book Cover	Title	Author/ Illustrator	Age/ Grade	Copyright/ Publisher	Abstract
	When I Feel Sad (The Way I Feel Books)	Cornelia Maude Spelman, Kathy Parkinson	Ages 4-8 Pre-K to 2nd grade	Albert Whitman & Co; (October 2002)	This book is about a guinea pig who has to face the reality of sadness but realizes that it doesn’t last forever.
	So Happy/ So Sad: So Sad	Julie Paschkis	Ages 4-6 Pre-K to 1st grade	Henry Holt & Company, Inc.; (October 1995)	This book is broken into two parts. The first part displays animals that are happy. The second part displays different animals that are sad.
	Glad Monster Sad Monster	Anne Mirande	Ages 4-6 Pre-K to 1st grade	Little Brown & Co (Juv Trd); (September 1997)	This book is about a friendly monster that talks about all his emotions. This  allows the reader to  open a discussion about  emotion with their teacher or parent.
	Little Teddy Bear's Happy Face, Sad Face: A First Book About Feelings	Lynn Offerman, Trace Moroney	Baby to Pre-K	Millbrook Pr Trade; Board edition (March 1, 1999)	This book allows the reader to remove and replace faces in the proper place to illustrate sad or happy emotions. This teaches different emotions and motor skills which are important for  young learners to master.
	On the Day His Daddy Left	Eric Adams, Layne Johnson	Ages 4-8 Pre-K to 2nd grade	Albert Whitman & Co. ( March 2003)	This book is about a boy learning how to deal with his dad leaving home.

Sub-Category 2: Happy

Book Cover	Title	Author/ Illustrator	Age/ Grade	Copyright/ Publisher	Abstract
	Rejoice and Be Glad: Stories to Read, Pictures to Colour From The Beatitudes	Lois Veals, Janis Mennie	Ages 9-12 4th  to 7th grade	Christian Focus Publications; (January 1991)	This book emphasizes the blessings that should make the reader rejoice and be happy.
	I Feel Happy: A Bedtime Book of Feelings	Lisa Gilbert, Flavia Weedn	Baby to Pre-K	Cedco Publishing; Board Edition	This book uses rhyme to express different feelings. It shows the reader the progression of emotion they might experience throughout the day.
	The Happy Book: Touch and Feel Fun For Every Little One	Diane Muldrow, Patti Ann Harris	Ages 4-8 Pre-K to 2nd grade	Scholastic; Board Edition (April 1999)	This book is full of things that could brighten a sad reader's day. The hands on interaction amuses the reader as well as the pleasant, warm and soothing words. This book can lift any child's spirit.
	I'm Glad I'm Me	Bruce Lansky, Tim Blough	Ages 4-8 Pre-K to 2nd grade	Meadowbrook; Board Edition (January 1, 2003)	The reader can discuss their feelings with a parent as they create their own  self-esteem book.
	Happy Birthday To You	Dr. Seuss, Dr. Seuss	Ages 4-8 Pre-K to 2nd grade	Random House; Pop-up Edition (February 2003)	The Birthday Bird takes the reader on a happy birthday trip. Allowing the reader feel special like it's their birthday everytime they read it.

Sub-Category 3: Fear

Book Cover	Title	Author/ Illustrator	Age/ Grade	Copyright/ Publisher	Abstract
	Scary Night Visitors: A Story for Children with Bedtime Fears	Irene Wineman Marcus, Paul Marcus	Ages 4-8 Pre-K to 2nd grade	Magination: (May 2000)	The main character Davey is having nightmares which is the result of the anger he has for his sister. The book allows the reader to go with Davey as he deals with his issues.
	Junie B. Jones Has A Monster Under Her Bed	Barbara Park, Denise  Brunkus	Ages 4-8 Pre-K to 2nd grade	Random House (Merchandising); (June 1997)	One of Junie's classmates convince her that there is an evil monster under her bed. This story is about her overcoming her fear.
	The Berenstain Bears and the Bad Dream	Stan Berenstain, Jan Berenstain	Ages 4-8 Pre-K to 2nd grade	Random House (Merchandising); (June 1988)	Sister and Brother bear keep having bad dreams after watching a scary movie. Mama and Papa bear explain to them what causes nightmares.
	One Dark Night	Lisa Wheeler, Ivan Bates	Ages 4-8 Pre-K to 2nd grade	Harcourt Children's Books; (April 1, 2003)	This book is about a mouse and a mole heading to a friends house for dinner, one dark night. The reader is able to follow them on a scary journey through the dark and gloomy forest.
	When I Feel Afraid	Cheri J. Meiner, Meredith Johnson	Ages 4-8 Pre-K to 2nd grade	Freespirit Publishing; (August 2003)	This book provides encouraging words and pleasant pictures to help young children deal with their fears.

Sub-Category 4: Anger

Book Cover	Title	Author/ Illustrator	Age/ Grade	Copyright/ Publisher	Abstract
	Hotstuff To Help Kids Chill Out: The Anger Management Book	Jerry Wilde	Young Adults	Lgr Production; (May 1997)	Dr. Wilde speaks directly to the reader in a lanuage they can understand. This book gives the reader different suggestions on how to deal with their anger.
	Mad Isn't Bad	Michealene Mundy, R. W. Alley	Ages 4-8 Pre-K to 2nd grade	Abbey Press; (June 1999)	This book explains to the reader that it is okay to be mad but do not let the behavior get out of control.
	When Sophie Gets Angry- Really, Really Angry	Molly Garrett Bang	Ages 4-8 Pre-K to 2nd grade	Scholastic; (March 1999)	Sopie's sister violently takes her toy away from her knocking her to the floor. When her mother takes her sister's side Sophie becomes angry.
	Is It Right to Fight? A First Look at Anger	Pat Thomas, Lesley Harker	Ages 4-8 Pre-K to 2nd grade	Barrons Educational Series; (April 2003)	This book lets the reader know that agruments are going to happen and there is going to get anger. The book explains  angry emotions should be solved in a peaceful way.
	Don't Rant and Rave On Wednesday	Adolph Moser, David Melton	Ages 9-12 3rd-7th grade	Landmark Edition; (November 1994)	This books defines the unpredicitable emotion of anger. It gives good suggestions  to help children deal with their anger.

Sub-Category 5: Depression

Book Cover	Title	Author/ Illustrator	Age/ Grade	Copyright/ Publisher	Abstract
	Teens, Depression And The Blues	Kathleen Winkler	Young Adult	Enslow Publishers, Inc.; (May 2000)	This book has brief chapters about two girls suffering from depression. It explains the disorder, symptoms, and treatments.
	The Doll House Magic	Yona Zeldis McDonough, Diane Palmisciano	Ages 9-12 5th to 7th grade	Henry Holt & Company, Inc.; ( November 2002)	Jane and Lila's father loses his job. The family must leave there big home and move into a smaller one in a poor neighborhood. This book is about their experience and how they learned how to deal with the change.
	Depression: What is it, How to Beat it?	Linda Wasmer Smith	Ages 9-12 5th to 7th grade	Enslow Publishers, Inc.; (May 2000)	This books gives the facts about depression letting the reader know that it is a common illness that does not discriminate. The book gives hope of defeating this disease through encouraging words.
	Fallen Angel	Patrica Hickman	Young Adult	Scholastic; Reprint Edition (February 2003)	Perry is sent to war in Vietnam . He returns home to learn to deal with the lose of his comrades and the prejudices against him for being black.
	The Wide Window	Lemony Snicket	Ages 9-12 5th to 7th grade	HarperCollins; (March 2000)	Two orpans parents were killed in an awful fire. They are forced into a terrible life of hardship and have to learn to make the best of it.