First edition of this illustrated collection of simple passages for early readers – a scarce Mahlon Day title.

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

Second revised edition of one of the most popular mathematical textbooks in early United States, with extensive contemporary figuring.

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.

First Appleton edition of this moralistic story of a young boy and his virtuous father figure.

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.

The rare large Dick and Jane book for teachers to display and use in class, over two feet high.

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

First edition of this economically minded craft book for children that "shows how many things lying around the house [...] can, with proper application, be made into things of beauty and usefulness."

Second edition of this near-miniature patriotic tale as told by Revolutionary War veteran Uncle Ned, number 7 in the second REDFIELD'S TOY BOOK series.