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toy book
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toy book

Manufacturer / Maker unidentified
Dateca. 1927
Mediumpaper
Dimensions1 5/8 × 1 1/4 in. (4.1 × 3.2 cm)
ClassificationsRecreational Objects
Credit LineAlbuquerque Museum, gift of Holley Junker and Gordon Stamm Reiter
Object numberPC2001.76.12.3
DescriptionThis is a mock freshman composition book designed for children. Bound in a red, textured, felt cover, the front features the title "FRESHMAN / COMPOSITION." Produced in the early 1920s, it was created to introduce young readers to the basic principles of english composition. This nostalgic artifact offers a glimpse into early 20th-century American life, reflecting the playful novelties that once captivated families and showcasing the thoughtful design even behind the simplest educational toys.
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