See all 2 formats and editions hide other formats and editions. In 1964, childcraft was completely reinvented, again. With simple texts and illustrations, the volumes were designed to make learning fun. Presented in a way that fascinates and engages the child, it can only be compared. In 1954, field overhauled childcraft and published the first new series. Childcraft hardcover book set of 14 books volumes 115 missing book 5. I marvel at the intelligent and child loving content. The childcraft set also added a separate, optional, special annual volume each year, starting in. If youre interested, in the ny, ct area, just let me know. I havent been on vacation again, but rather laboring under the ill effects of one of these nogood, very bad, advil cold and sinus worthy head colds, which makes the very effort of watching the. To me these first two volumes were nourishing and homey, like a good spaghetti casserole. Im turning once again to my trusty childcraft library which is chock full of great vintage illustrations from many beloved illustrators of the past.
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We had these wonderful childcraft books in our home when i was a child. The series title was childcraft the how and why library. In 1954, field overhauled childcraft and published the first new series with a total of fifteen volumes. May contain limited notes, underlining or highlighting that does affect the text. Note may be a multivolume set and require additional postage. Spine creases, wear to binding and pages from reading. Childcraft products for early childhood development. They are all in beautiful condition inside and out.
Early childhood supplies, early childhood education, early. It included nursery rhymes, fairy tales, stories, art projects, educational topics, music, insight for parents, and so much more all in 15 volumes with an additional supplement book. A vintage fifteenvolume complete set of childcraft books. Vintage childcraft books, 1939 hard cover, set of volumes 112.
Vtg childcraft book volume 10 orange hardcover 1954 art for children. Overall this set is in very good condition and all bindings still are very attractive. Best modern baby cribs and nursery furniture child craft. Every time i open up a new to me volume of childcraft, three things happen. The collection includes animal friends and adventures, life in many lands, great men and famous deeds, exploring the world around us, creative play and hobbies, science and industry, and more.
This book by jeannie baker is quite a jump from her first book, polar. Substitute tater tot hotdish if you live in minnesota. Childcraft was created as a sort of encyclopedia for young children. This is a classic vintage set of childcraft books from 1954. This is the same 1976 world book encyclopedia dictionary set we had. This 14 volume set included 12 subjectbased volumes and had 2 large. We personally assess every books quality and offer rare, outofprint treasures. The childcraft series was originally created in the 1930s by w. See the childcraft wiki page for more details about the different editions. Vintage childcraft book 1954 volume 15 your child in todays world. The how and why library 195461 series librarything. Morris jones, editor in chief, was not willing to stop there.
The only writing i could find was an inscription on the face plate of volume 1 and a childs name written in pencil in volume 2. I have the complete 1954orange set in pristine condition. The 15 volumes of childcraft, published by world book, inc. Childcraft internationals most popular book is childcraft. Illustrated articles, stories, and poems, grouped thematically in fifteen volumes under titles including world and space,about animals,how things work, and make and do. Buy a cheap copy of vintage 1954 childcraft volume 3. Signed nell dorr mother and child gravure prospectus tasha tudor. The about me book is a really neat combination of child development, child psychology, and health. I thought was getting a complete set of childcraft because that is what the listing said. Discover delightful childrens books with prime book box, a subscription that delivers new books every 1, 2, or 3 months new customers receive 15% off your. I also remember getting lost in childcraft books, marveling at scientific and. The only writing i could find was an inscription on the face. Lot of 12 childcraft 1954 books v,3,4,5,6,7,8,9,10,12,14,15 hard.
Much like a set of adult encyclopedias, it was a set for children. Complete 1954 childcraft book set volumes 115 lot nice description. Quarrie and company and later on by the same company that published world book encyclopedia. The delights of childcraft, part 1 redeemed reader. Our familys edition were either the 1949 or 1954 books, which look. Printed by field enterprises in 1954, this collection includes out of the 15 volumes of this set. Librarything is a cataloging and social networking site for booklovers. The how and why library published from 1954 through 1961. The collection was published in 1954 by field enterprises educational corporation. Hardcover childcraft library set of 15 1972 childcraft the how and why library by field enterprises educational corporation jan 1, 1972. We have a proud heritage of creating nursery furnishings that have been designed to meet your every need and grow with your child. New listing childcraft book vintage 1954 illustrated vol 8 creative play and hobbies.
The title of the series is childcraft the how and why library. Childcraft international books list of books by author. Childcraft is a multivolume illustrated anthology for children, which originated in the late 1930s. Vintage 1954 set of childcraft books excellent condition. Morris formatbinding hardcover book condition used good binding hardcover publisher field enterprises inc. In the late 1930s there were just 7 volumes and it grew to 15 in the 1950s. The original childcraft series was created in the 1930s by w. Subscribe to get the latest news, updates, and deals delivered right to your inbox. But if you happen to see a set of childcraft at your grandmothers house or a. Etsy is the home to thousands of handmade, vintage, and oneofakind products and gifts related to your search. Get cozy and expand your home library with a large online selection of books at. Childcraft 1954 volume 14 your child goes to school orange hardcover vintage. Childcraft, book of verse childs treasury volume 1 by various authors and angelo patri jan 1, 1931. Childcraft complete 15 volume set 1954 edition editorial staff on.
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