toy book
Manufacturer / Maker
unidentified
Dateca. 1927
Mediumpaper
Dimensions1 3/8 × 1 1/8 in. (3.5 × 2.9 cm)
ClassificationsRecreational Objects
Credit LineAlbuquerque Museum, gift of Holley Junker and Gordon Stamm Reiter
Object numberPC2001.76.12.6
DescriptionThis is a mock beginning French book, designed for children. Bound in a blue, textured, felt cover, the front features the title "BEGINNING / FRENCH." Produced in the early 1920s, it was created to introduce young readers to the basic principles of French. 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.On View
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ca. 1927