Early edition of this classic rhyme, published by "one of the two printers who dominated the New York City children's book publishing scene in the early 19th century" (Modero).

First edition thus, from publisher Mahlon Day, of this traditional and tragic tale, with lovely hand-colored illustrations.

First edition of this gothic-tinged chapbook on the death of a moral young woman, told partially through correspondence.

First edition of this little book of facts about flowers, with charming vernacular repair.

Popular antebellum book of catechisms for children, written for the use of Sunday Schools.

First edition thus, from New Haven published Babcock, of this illustrated collection of hymns by one of the most famous children's writers of the 19th century.

Apparent second edition of this moral tale of two little lambs named Peace and Inexperience.

First edition of this important reader by two Black women about African American history — with illustrations of Black and white children playing together that elicited demands for the book to be burned.

First printing of this history of African Americans for young people, profiling prominent figures such as Harriet Tubman and Frederick Douglass – with striking black-and-white illustrations by Leo and Diane Dillon.

First edition of this 1960s instructional book for parents advocating reading education for toddlers.

First edition of this moralizing chapbook about the merits to be earned with good behavior – a remarkably scarce title.

Early edition of this collection of canine anecdotes, alongside charming illustrations of various dogs.

First US edition of this book of simple stories about Christian missions around the world.