Juvenile Non-fiction from The Periscope Collection

Troll Associates published many biographies that were designed for the young reader, 31 of which were written by Rae Bains. These biographies were written to help students learn more about important people in American History.

A classic and favorite of Charlotte Mason homeschoolers, it was first written and used within the Calvert School, a school used by many missionary families who used this curriculum when living abroad. It has become a favorite of the Charlotte Mason method, since it relies heavily on the child's imagination to paint of picture of the world internally first, before… Read more about this item

Ms. Cavanah wrote many books for children, specializing in topics pertaining to American History. She later went on to become an editor of the Childcraft Encyclopedia. Library of Congress #59-5789.

One of the "Childhood of Famous Americans" series, this is the only one of this series written by this author. This series was very popular in the 60's and 70's, and written in a style very accessible for young readers.

#67 in the Landmark History series, this book has no marks on the interior; the dust jacket is slightly frayed around the edges, but still does its job! Library of Congress #56-8824.

A vintage book, illustrating games and activities from around the world. Inside front cover states "This is a Seahorse Fun Book".

Although not a library book, it is in fairly good condition, with an inscription written by the owner in pen on the title page. It has some fading on the front cover. Part of the "Signature Books" series.

A very rare copy of a famous work by this Japanese author, this book is particularly touching because it shows the author's love for Italy and all things pertaining to Rome, exemplifying his conversion to Christianity.

In Good condition, considering the publication date, the interior has no stray marks, other than a name written in ink on the 2nd page. The back of the book has been written on with crayon. One of the "Children of America Series", this book serves as a youthful travel guide, complete with maps and famous historical locations discussed, along with… Read more about this item

Ex-library book with no writing inside.

This is a series of 32 books jam-packed with information on specific events that occurred in American History. It is geared toward children ages 9-11. Library of Congress #79-110036. In excellent condition.

Library of Congress #57-7537. Another one of the "First Book" series, written by well-known American History author Henry Steele Commager, illustrated by famous children's illustrator, Leonard Everett Fisher. Ex-library book, call number still on spine, Discarded stamps on the interior.

Ex-library book, with Discarded marking on the interior. The "First Book" series was inaugurated in 1944 by Franklin Watts. It began with the "First Book of Airplanes", and went on to produce 100 books in the series. It was designed with the purpose of introducing children to new subjects, written in such a way as to be… Read more about this item

This 22 book series was produced in the 70's, and included stories about famous people from all over the world, such as Joan of Arc, King Midas, Merlin, Pocahontas and Davy Crockett. They are all 32 pages long, and are beautifully illustrated.