Jul 06, 2012 world books childcraft series, each volume focuses on a different topic of interest to children. Childcraft the how and why library, 1995 9780716601951 by world book inc and a great selection of similar new, used and collectible books available now at great prices. I have a set of 1961 childcraft and world book with yearbook through. The world book encyclopedia is an encyclopedia published in the united states. 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. Much like a set of adult encyclopedia s, it was a set for children. This is a wonderful set, need just a bit of cleaning but in excellent condition inside the covers. The world book encyclopedia world book childcraft international on. My family owned a set of childcraft books when i was growing up. The bad news is, if you can find a buyer for that year you might get about 25. Childcraft remained a mainstay within american households over 7 decades, sold doortodoor, direct to parents.
Complete 15 book set plus childcraft dictionary and mysteries and fantasies annual. In 1940, the quarrie company was commissioned to do a massive overhaul of the world book. I bought it for the poems and probably paid about five dollars. No matter what youre looking for or where you are in the world, our global marketplace of sellers can help you find unique and affordable options. His illustrations first appeared in the 1964 edition of childcraft 4 and the 1966 edition of world book. See all 2 formats and editions hide other formats and editions. Presented in a way that fascinates and engages the child, it can only be compared. Childcraft a series of very engaging illustrated volumes sort of like a kids encyclopedia. I marvel at the intelligent and child loving content. Childcraft the how and why library 1987 edition world. This edition is a 15volume resource library designed especially for preschool and primarygrade children and for the older child who needs highinterest, easytoread materials. This book is appropriate for all ages from the toddler that you are reading to all.
Childcraft was created as a sort of encyclopedia for young children. The world book encyclopedia volume 2 b and a great selection of related books, art and collectibles available now at. World books childcraft set is a classic blend of photos, illustrations, activities, and concepts designed to capture and keep the interest of young students. The world book encyclopedia by world bookchildcraft. Jacketflap connects you to the work of more than 200,000 authors, illustrators, publishers and other creators of books for children and young adults. Revealed on november 2, 2006, the official warcraft encyclopedia is a source for warcraft lore. I would lose myself in the poems and illustrations in this book. The books can be read by an adult to younger children, enjoyed by older children able to read on their own, and used as reference sources by older children yet.
The series title was childcraft the how and why library. The how and why library 1984 by childcraft international. We offer a complete assortment of highquality, safe, and developmentallyappropriate products. Childcraft the how and why library 1987 edition world book inc. This article is within the scope of wikiproject childrens literature, a collaborative effort to improve the coverage of childrens literature on wikipedia. Much like a set of adult encyclopedias, it was a set for children. Childcraft the how and why library, 1995 hardcover 1994. See librarythings wikipage childcraft for a list of various editions. Start this article has been rated as startclass on the projects quality scale. Find great deals on ebay for childcraft books and childcraft books 1970. With simple texts and illustrations, the volumes were designed to make learning fun. World book encyclopedia 2003 volume 15 p replacement spare from set isbn 0716601044 by world book and a great selection of related books, art and collectibles available now at.
Childcraft encyclopedia hard back books volumes 3,7,9,12. These books have been well taken care of, a few have writing such as a name of the owner of gifted from on the inside of the front cover, but are very neat. The world book encyclopedia was my internet surfing in elementary and high school. It is part of the history of warcraft which is made up of all the published sources so far.
Everything i need to know i learned from childcraft im no trivial pursuit expert, but i do have a decent store of information in my head, on a broad range of subjects. Little did i realize that they would only send one book. Etsy is the home to thousands of handmade, vintage, and oneofakind products and gifts related to your search. As one of the premier rare book sites on the internet, alibris has thousands of rare books, first editions, and signed books available. These are words of introduction from the inaugural 1934 parent guide supplement to childcraft, a 15volume annual series launched as a home instructional and educational resource for parents. Read, highlight, and take notes, across web, tablet, and phone. What is the value of the world book encyclopedia set 1974. Ursula weise the supplement book is a chapter for each person that has contributed to art, science, and so on, this book by itself is a great find. The exact books, titles, and sequence has varied over the years. Childcraft is currently considered a single author. Im not sure what edition that was but a few years ago i purchased a 1960 set with tan covers.
Dec 10, 2010 around the time of his bambi work charley began freelancing for the behemoth field enterprises, which published, among other things, the childcraft library and the world book encyclopedia. Childcraft features a classic blend of photos, illustrations, fiction, and nonfiction to capture and keep the interest of a young student. It was her favorite book for me to read to her, filled with beautiful childrens illustrations and wonderful poems. Open library is an open, editable library catalog, building towards a web page for every book ever published. May 29, 2016 in 1940, the quarrie company was commissioned to do a massive overhaul of the world book. 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. Childcraft is a multivolume illustrated anthology for children, which originated in the late 1930s. Books are in very good condition from a pet and smoke free environment. New listing childcraft encyclopedia hard back books volumes 3,7,9,12, 1964. Select which book s you need from our large collection.
Vintage childcraft books 1949 field enterprises vol 5, 6, 8. All books in very good condition with no writinghighlighting, minimal wear, and intact bindings. Complete 15book set plus childcraft dictionary and mysteries and fantasies annual. Warcraft encyclopedia wowpedia your wiki guide to the. My kids find me no matter where i am and pore over the page. Aug 08, 2016 every time i open up a new to me volume of childcraft, three things happen. This book is appropriate for all ages from the toddler that you are reading to all the way to the child who can read on hisher own. Childcraft is a childrens encyclopedia, published by world book. 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. Kids grow with themworld book childcraft books set they contains all my childhood, the base of my culture, the colors of my fantasy, most of the answers to the mysteries of the universe. Buy brand new childcraft set now to get free shipping. Childcraft has a distinctly international feeling to it young students will learn to appreciate many cultures around the world. Jul 19, 2011 value of complete set of childcraft books 1945 14 volumes.
Members include published authors and illustrators, librarians, agents, editors, publicists, booksellers, publishers and fans. The how and why library 15 volume set childcraft, 1 15 childcraft on. Some of the books have bumped corners andor slightly soiled covers. The price was low, but i assumed the books were quite used, or something else to justify the low price. Aug 24, 2009 i grew up with the orange set of childcraft encylopedias. By zellaby on flickr i will buy these for my kids someday.
Here is a complete set of the 1949 childcraft encyclopedia volumes 114. Every time i open up a new to me volume of childcraft, three things happen. The childcraft series was originally created in the 1930s by w. They were sold along with the world book encyclopedia set, which my parents also bought and i also read avidly. Childcraft the how and why library, the best childcraft encyclopedia books for curious kids. If you would like to participate, please visit the project page, where you can join the discussion and see a list of open tasks.
World book childcraft international, 20 books les line, 3 books edgar dale, 1 book childcraft, 1 book corinne ross, 1 book jadwiga lopez, 1 book thomas babington macaulay, 1 book edward r. Since then it has undergone substantial revision several times. The world book encyclopedia and a great selection of related books, art and collectibles available now at. Childcraft international books list of books by author.
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A virtual jigsaw puzzle from jigidi the potatoes dance a poem game from an old childcraft book my daughter called the heavy. I used these all the time for school projects and just looking up general info. We personally assess every books quality and offer rare, outofprint treasures. I thought was getting a complete set of childcraft because that is what the listing said. The site is updated daily with information about every book, author, illustrator, and publisher in the childrens young adult book industry. Dear wbe 1974, the good news is the pictures in the books are worth more than the set. If one or more works are by a distinct, homonymous authors, go ahead and split the author. Childcraft encyclopedia set free shipping world book. Around the time of his bambi work charley began freelancing for the behemoth field enterprises, which published, among other things, the childcraft library and the world book encyclopedia.
Most of the information there is about elves since the release of the first warcraft game, the lore of the warcraft universe has been evolving and expanding at an incredible rate. According to the company, its mission is to enhance learning and reading for children around the world by developing trustworthy, engaging content to create products that will engage children of all ages at home, on the go, in the classroom or in libraries worldwide. See more ideas about world book encyclopedia, world and books. Buy online, pick up in store is currently unavailable, but this item may be available for. Internet archive contributor internet archive language english volume 9. Thriftbooks sells millions of used books at the lowest everyday prices. It makes learning fun with stories, poems, nature and science articles, social studies, activities, and more. The world book encyclopedia world bookchildcraft international on. 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. The about me book is a really neat combination of child development, child psychology, and health. We use cookies to give you the best possible experience on our website.
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