How much is the 1964 collection of childcraft books worth. I used these all the time for school projects and just looking up general info. Read on to see the answers provided by the thriftyfun community or. If you dont see your set listing, feel free to post a question. Find great deals on ebay for childcraft books and childcraft books 1970. My grandmother read me poems and stories from them, three of my cousins borrowed them and enjoyed them, i read from these wonderful books to my children, and i have also read from them to my grandchildren three generations and i hope someday we can make it 4 generations. The desk was the big item the books went along for good measure. Books came from the friends of the white lake township library and the 12 volumes arrived beautifully packed and surprisingly quickly with a message of thanks included. Childcraft the how and why library, the best childcraft encyclopedia books for curious kids. Ebay searches for encyclopedias of comparable age resulted in books from 99 cents to. The childcraft set also added a separate, optional, special annual volume each year, starting in 1965. Rich photography in each book captures realism in a way that captivates kids. This edition is a 15volume resource library designed especially for preschool and primarygrade children and for the older child who needs highinterest, easytoread materials.
Jun 05, 2012 when i was a child, we had a set of childcraft books which were published in 1949, like the ones above. The only writing i could find was an inscription on the face. I would be inclined to also add each of the series volumes by year, stating why 2 may have been published in one years time, as well as what spurred the additional volume, such as current. We want to understand the history and evolution of childcraft and then help wouldbe buyers in the discernment of which childcraft books or. Set 10 child craft logan lifetime 3 in 1 convertible crib child craft toddler guard rail, rich java child craft logan toddler bed rails, matte white child craft storage drawer for. The books i really purchased the set for, were in good. Each book concentrates on specific animals found at a zoo, including sharks, snakes, insects, animal babies, tigers, pandas, and many others. Many of todays safety standards and guidelines were initially developed. Old reference books such as encyclopedias may have some resale or collectors value. Childcraft was created as a sort of encyclopedia for young children. Dec, 2019 this page is great place to look for the value of old encyclopedias. Get the best deals on childcraft books 1961 when you shop the largest online selection at.
Check out our childcraft book set selection for the very best in unique or custom, handmade pieces from our books shops. If it were permissible to share and credit whole texts, i would just photograph it and leave it here to do my work for me. In the late 1930s there were just 7 volumes and it grew to 15 in the 1950s. There are so many varied subjects that would eliminate boredom. A 26 book set of the world book encyclopaedias including dictionary and atlas missing book 17 ssn, a 16 book set of the science year supplemental encyclopaedias from 1984 1999, a 16 book set of the year book from 1984 1999, a book set of childcraft books including the childcraft annual books from 1978 1984.
We have a proud heritage of creating nursery furnishings that have been designed to meet your every need and grow with your child. Ask a question here are the questions asked by community members. Childcraft, poems of early childhood by childcraft international. What people do by field enterprises educational corporation. I remember our set was so old, it talked about how one day man will travel,to the moon. With a full selection of early childhood educational products, including furniture, manipulatives, family engagement solutions, and socialemotional learning tools, childcraft and school specialty help you create an effective learning environment. May 29, 2016 the desk was the big item the books went along for good measure. Unfollow childcraft books to stop getting updates on your ebay feed. Since 1954, child craft has provided families with style, safety, value and quality they can trust. My family owned a set of childcraft books when i was growing up, and i read most of them from cover to cover except, i admit, the people and. We are stuck with expensive books that are not the correct edition. Poems of early childhood leads off with a brilliant introduction by angelo patri about the essential value quality reading has in a childs life. Vintage 1942 fullset 14 volume childcraft books with.
The how and why library 15 volume set childcraft, 1. Colorful photos and bold, playful illustrations add to the fun activities and help young children to learn about arts, plants, the universe, earth, human. My sense that these books are the key to elementary education is affirmed and strengthened. In no time at all, it became obvious to the publishers that the desk was of far less value than the books themselves. Childcraft, poems of early childhood by childcraft. Finding the value of world book encyclopedias thriftyfun. Childcraft 1949 complete 14 volume set hardcover january 1, 1949 by unknown author 5. I marvel at the intelligent and child loving content. Wlonlinefriends deserve more than 5 stars and supporting their library through purchases is the best. We offer a complete assortment of highquality, safe, and. Do you remember world book encyclopedia, and the annual year books they published.
My family owned a set of childcraft books when i was growing up, and i read most of them from cover to cover except, i admit, the people and places volume. Every time i open up a new to me volume of childcraft, three things happen. It is written in a childfriendly manner and the topics have been selected based on school curriculum as well as what children typically find interesting. How much is a complete set of childcraft encyclopedias. When i was a child, we had a set of childcraft books which were published in 1949, like the ones above. Buy brand new childcraft set now to get free shipping.
The cyclopaedia was revived under the title american cyclopaedia in 18736. 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. The series title was childcraft the how and why library. Theyve got some great childcraft encyclopedia sets on ebay.
Childcraft zoo books, set of 20 school specialty marketplace. About us childcraft, the how and why library, volume 8 by childcraft and a great selection of related books, art and collectibles available now at. Overall this set is in very good condition and all bindings still are very attractive. Vintage childcraft complete 15 volume illustrated book set 1954. It is difficult to find books that parents can sit down, read and enjoy with children, but these would do well.
Free shipping on many items browse your favorite brands affordable prices. Library books were checked out with stamped due date. How and why collection this childrens classic weaves together illustrations, photographs, activities, and a childfriendly tone to create a comprehensive picture of the world. The value of any book lies in the publication date and overall condition as well as how many publications are available and most importantly does anybody want it. Grades 6 through 12 an excellent value for its price, this is a straightforward, easyto use encyclopedia. However, it is still a good set to this day, and also possesses good nostalgic value for anyone who grew up with a set like this in the house, as i did. In addition, by the 1980s the series had broadened its reach to a dozen foreign language editions, with editions shipped to over 50 countries around the world. We offer a complete assortment of highquality, safe, and developmentallyappropriate products. I dont know what happened to them, but i do know that by the time we kids had passed from childhood, they were well worn and most likely falling apart, especially volumes one and two. My husband is disappointed and these do not satisfy his childhood nostalgia he had wanted to. By continuing to use this site you consent to the use of cookies on your device as described in our cookie policy unless you have disabled them. Jan 14, 2015 old reference books such as encyclopedias may have some resale or collectors value. Read on to see the answers provided by the thriftyfun community or ask a new question.
The world book encyclopedia was my internet surfing in elementary and high. If you would like to participate, please visit the project page, where you can join the discussion and see a list of open tasks. I would love to find a good home for this set, to someone who would appreciate their content of knowledge, values and being representative of that era. Childcraft products for early childhood development. This collection of educational books for children is presented in red pictorial covers with gilt lettering at their spine. Vintage pictures and illustraions that are lovely, playful, and fun with topics that would appeal to both children and adults. What is the value of a 1964 world book encyclopedia with yearbook updates science year and childcraft series. This is a classic vintage set of childcraft books from 1954. Since then it has undergone substantial revision several times. For now, we mostly only use the nursery rhyme book, as that is the most ageappropriate content within the set for my daughter.
Childcraft is a multivolume illustrated anthology for children, which originated in the late 1930s. My 1949 set of childcraft books are one of my most treasured possessions. The content is obviously dated, especially with the science book. We use cookies to give you the best possible experience on our website. Childcraft encyclopedia set free shipping world book. Check out our childcraft books selection for the very best in unique or custom. Childcraft has a distinctly international feeling to it young students will learn to appreciate many cultures around the world. Finding the value of old encyclopedia sets thriftyfun. Complete 1954 childcraft book set volumes 115 lot nice description. Childcraft international books list of books by author. Its rep would say only that thousands of print sets are.
I have the 15 book set of child craft books copyright 1954. Look below for feedback shared about the value of various encyclopedia sets. This article is within the scope of wikiproject childrens literature, a collaborative effort to improve the coverage of childrens literature on wikipedia. Vintage 1954 set of childcraft books excellent condition. Some of these were later incorporated as regular volumes. The highwayman was also a favorite of mine, along with darling diliky dalikey dinah, nanette at the chateau and so many others. Vintage 1942 fullset 14 volume childcraft books with index. Suggestions for what to do with set of childcraft books. My kids find me no matter where i am and pore over the pages with me. With simple texts and illustrations, the volumes were designed to make learning fun. This is a page about finding the value of world book encyclopedias.
Everything i need to know i learned from childcraft wired. See all books authored by childcraft international, including stories and fables. Best modern baby cribs and nursery furniture child craft. Just finished looking at them and had to look up some info on them when i found this site. Encyclopedic in scope, wikipedia would do well to cite the publications title in the article title. Product title childcraft heavyduty construction vehicles play set. The childcraft zoo books feature captivating photos and interesting facts that allow children to compare and contrast animal behavior and characteristics.
With a full selection of early childhood educational products, including furniture, manipulatives, outdoor learning and family engagement solutions, childcraft and school specialty help you create an effective learning environment. We offer a complete assortment of highquality, safe, and developmentally appropriate products that support. The childcraft series was originally created in the 1930s by w. Set of 2 vintage childcraft encyclopedia books apendix extras, vol. They are in good condition, a few have some child writing in pencil on a few pages, but very minor. Aug 08, 2016 every time i open up a new to me volume of childcraft, three things happen.
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