Elson-Gray Basic Readers Primer | 1936 Antique Children's Early Reader Schoolbook | by Willian Elson & Willian Gray | Bixley Shop

From the Curriculum Foundation Series, this Elson-Gray Basic Readers Primer was published in 1936 for beginner readers in the elementary grades. Published by Scott, Foresman & Company, the book features full-color illustrations of the period by Miriam Story Hurford. The book includes 24 short stories about Pets, Play Time, Birds & Animals, Happy Day Stories, and Once-Upon-A-Time Stories.

BIXLEY NOTES
• Elson-Gray Basic Readers Primer
• Written by William Elson & William Gray
• Illustrated by Miriam Story Hurford
• 144 page linen hardcover
• Published by Scott Foresman & Company, 1936
• Measures 7 1/2" x 5 3/8"

VINTAGE NOTES
• In fair condition
• Binding is nice and tight
• Pages are very worn and many are torn and taped

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