The 20th Century Childrens Book Treasury

Celebrated Picture Books and Stories to Read Aloud ( Treasured Gifts for the Holidays ).

Unparalleled in its scope and quality, the 20th Century Children's Book Treasury gathers 44 of the most memorable and beloved children's books of our time. Classics, contemporary best-sellers, medal winners and family favorites are brought together in a collection designed for sharing and reading aloud.

 

The content ranges from concept books and wordless books to picture books and short read aloud stories, and represents the complete range of childhood themes and reading needs: ABCs, number and color books, stories about going to bed and going to school; stories about growing up, siblings, parents, and grandparents; animal stories, fantasies, fables, magical stories, stories about every day life; and more. Each is handsomely reproduced with its original illustrations. This volume has 308 pages, measures 11" by 9 1/4", and is recommended for ages 4 to 8.