THE BABES IN THE WOOD, IN VERSE
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).
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 of this moralistic tale of how friendship is tested by dishonesty, with delicate wood-engraved illustrations.
Fourth edition of this illustrated description of various 19th-century jobs, this copy lacking 2 plates of 67 total.
A short story of the Campfire Girls, a popular fiction series from the early 20th century based upon a girls' club very similar to the Girl Scouts.
First edition of this illustrated collection of simple passages for early readers – a scarce Mahlon Day title.
Later edition of this little collection of moral stories, presented to a child over 150 years ago.
First edition thus, from publisher Mahlon Day, of this traditional and tragic tale, with lovely hand-colored illustrations.
First edition thus, from Boston publisher Degen & Estes, of the tragic folktale, with woodcut illustrations after the circa 1850 Mahlon Day publication.
Collection of various early 19th-century printings of the influential American educational book, demonstrating its evolution over more than three decades.
First edition of this near-miniature book of short stories, largely concerned with descriptions of animals.
First edition of this Victorian cautionary tale about truancy and the dangers of swimming.
McLoughlin Primer, including illustrated alphabets and simple word lessons with large illustrations.
A unique leather hornbook, incorporating material from a recycled 17th century bookbinding.
Charming near-miniature chapbook of animal illustrations and images, in the first edition.
First edition of this moral story of what may be lost when you attempt to please people rather than completing your task correctly.
First edition of a sweet little alphabet reader with hand-colored illustrations.
Scarce trade catalogue for children's books, toys, games, and educational novelties meant for the Christmas market.
Second revised edition of one of the most popular mathematical textbooks in early United States, with extensive contemporary figuring.
Clever 1920s educational adventure book, in which little Mimi and Robin learn grammar with the help of humanized grammar terms.
Popular antebellum book of catechisms for children, written for the use of Sunday Schools.
Pre-war reader devoted to health and cleanliness for children.
First edition of this collection of stories themed around the values of the Girl Guides/Girl Scouts, in the rare original dust jacket.
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.
Scarce mid 19th-century children's chapbook teaching stories from the Christian Bible, illustrated with wood engravings.
A beautifully illustrated edition of Bohny's impactful BILDERBUCH, using everyday objects to teach children new concepts.