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).

Fourth edition of this illustrated description of various 19th-century jobs, this copy lacking 2 plates of 67 total.

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

First edition of this near-miniature book of short stories, largely concerned with descriptions of animals.

McLoughlin Primer, including illustrated alphabets and simple word lessons with large illustrations.

Charming near-miniature chapbook of animal illustrations and images, in the first edition.

First edition of this little moral tale of the theft of a melon and the resulting punishment for the thief, published by active abolitionist Charles Whipple.

First edition of a sweet little alphabet reader with hand-colored illustrations.

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.

First US edition of this collection of short moral stories from English polymath John Bowring.

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

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