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Classics & Old Books
 Websites presented in alphabetical order The Adventures of the Real Winnie-the-Pooh 
 This site is from the New York Public Library, where the real-life stuffed animals that inspired A.A. Milne's classic children's stories are kept on display. Read about the origins of the characters Eeyore, Piglet, Kanga, and Edward Bear and how they ended up in New York City. http://www.nypl.org/branch/central/dlc/dch/pooh/ Topics: Children's Literature, Literature: Fiction Last updated May 8, 2004 The Betsy-Tacy Society
This group is dedicated to Maud Hart Lovelace, the children's book author who is best known for her "Betsy-Tacy" series. The site has information about the book series, which provides a fictionalized account of Lovelace's childhood at the turn of the twentieth century in Mankato (renamed Deep Valley), Minnesota. Also includes a brief biography, photos, information about the society's activities and newsletter, and directions for subscribing to the Maud-L listserv. http://www.betsy-tacysociety.org/ Topics: Children's Literature, Photograph Collections: Regional: United States Last updated May 27, 2003 Beverly Cleary Sculpture Garden for Children
Site of the garden dedicated to the beloved children's books by Beverly Cleary. Sculptures of Ramona Quimby, Henry Huggins, and Ribsy the dog were created in bronze for the park, and dedicated in 1995. Also provides the address for Beverly Cleary and links to the publishers of her famous books and resources for teachers. Maintained by the Multnomah County Library, Portland, Ore. http://www.multcolib.org/kids/cleary/ Topics: Children's Literature, Gardening Last updated Nov 6, 2005 Children's Books Online: The Rosetta Project
Dozens of illustrated antique children's books from the 19th and early 20th centuries; a few in more than one language, such as Maori. This growing site represents the online counterpart for a collection of over 2,000 books. From the Rosetta Project, a not-for-profit organization in Maine. http://childrensbooksonline.org/ Topics: Children's Literature, Literary Movements and Periods, Literature & Books, Printing, Publishing, and Book Arts Last updated Aug 4, 2004 The Chronicles of Narnia
Devoted to Narnia, the imaginary country created by C.S. Lewis in his seven-book series, "The Chronicles of Narnia." Contains information about Lewis and the illustrators of the books; the birds, beasts, mythological creatures, and people of Narnia; and a brief description of each book, with one full-text chapter. From one of the companies that produced the Narnia movie of 2005. http://books.narnia.com/ Topics: Children's Literature, Literature: Fiction, Mysteries and More Last updated Dec 12, 2005 Classic Reader
Over 600 books and 900 short stories presented in unabridged versions that one can "can read, search, and annotate." The collection is mostly fiction, short stories, and poetry and includes children's literature. Browsable by author, title, or type of work. All works are in the public domain and may be read online or downloaded. Free registration is required for downloading and annotating. http://www.classicreader.com/ Topics: Children's Literature, Literature & Books, Literature: Fiction Last updated May 9, 2005 Digitized Juvenile Literature Collection
This collection of full-text scanned images of over 30 children's books includes ABC books, holiday stories, and other examples of 19th century picture books. From Florida State University Libraries Special Collections. http://diglib.lib.fsu.edu/ebind/docs/ Topics: Children's Literature, Holidays & Observances, Literary Movements and Periods, Literature & Books, Printing, Publishing, and Book Arts Last updated Aug 1, 2006 Disney: Winnie the Pooh
Collection of activities related to the Disney animations based on A.A. Milne's "Winnie the Pooh" series. Includes images and profile of characters such as Tigger, Eeyore, and Piglet. From Disney UK. http://winniethepooh.disney.co.uk Topics: Children's Literature, Literature: Fiction Last updated Jan 8, 2007 Dr. Seuss National Memorial at the Quadrangle
The Springfield, Mass., tribute to a native son. The site has a biography of Dr. Seuss (Theodor Seuss Geisel), photographs of the memorial garden, an events calendar, and a commercial page with more biographical data and art samples. http://www.catinthehat.org/ Topics: Children's Literature, Literary Movements and Periods Last updated Jun 23, 2004 The Famous Forty Canon of Oz
A collection of the synopses and texts of L. Frank Baum's stories of Oz as well as the synopses of the Oz books, by Ruth Plumly Thompson and others, that followed. The book covers (all but the first illustrated by John Neill) of each title link to the information. http://www.welcometooz.net/ Topics: Children's Literature, Mysteries and More Last updated May 29, 2002 Horatio Alger, Jr. (1832-1899)
Biography and information about the works of Horatio Alger Jr., "best-selling boys' series writer" of dime-store novels such as the "Ragged Dick" series. "His moralistic stories ... inspired many generations of children and taught them the virtues of industry, thrift, and honor." The site provides a list of pseudonyms, selected poems and stories, and images of some Alger letters. From the Horatio Alger Collection of the Northern Illinois University Libraries. http://www.ulib.niu.edu/rarebooks/alger/ Topics: Children's Literature, Literary Movements and Periods Last updated Oct 16, 2007 The Horn Book Inc. Virtual History Exhibit
In honor of the 75th anniversary (in 1999) of The Horn Book Magazine, the editors assembled memorabilia, correspondence, groundbreaking articles, interviews, letters, and more. Highlights include Laura Ingalls Wilder's recipe for gingerbread, an original Beatrix Potter illustration, and Johanna Hurwitz' membership card to the now defunct Horn Book League for budding child authors. Also has a brief history of the founding of Horn Book. http://www.hbook.com/history/ Topics: Children's Literature, Correspondence, Holidays and Observances Individually, Literature & Books, Magazines, Nonfiction by Genre Last updated Aug 10, 2009 L. Frank Baum: Royal Historian of Oz
This is Oz Encyclopedia 's chronological biography of the author of The Wonderful Wizard of Oz , which inspired the 1939 movie. Oz Books is a bibliography of his books, songs, and short stories. It includes works by others about Baum and Oz. Information about characters is in Critteria Ozlandus: A Who's Who ; details of other features are in GeOz-graphy: The Oz Places and Oz-jects: The Oz Things . http://www.halcyon.com/piglet/author01.htm Topics: Children's Literature, Literary Movements and Periods, Literature: Fiction, Mysteries and More Last updated Sep 29, 2004 Literature for Children
A digitized "collection of the treasures of children's literature published largely in the United States and Great Britain from before 1850 to beyond 1950." Features more than 550 titles by almost 300 authors. Browsable by author or title; searchable by keyword, author, title, and subject. Also includes a section on color in literature for children and color management strategies for reproduction of children's literature. From the State University System of Florida. http://susdl.fcla.edu/juv/ Topics: Children's Literature Last updated May 19, 2004 merrycoz.org: Works for Children & Adults, 1800-1872
This site provides transcriptions of lesser known book and magazine materials from American children's literature from 1800 to 1872, as well as "an eccentric collection of works for adults, from 1800 to 1872." Also includes a timeline, bibliographies for selected authors, images, and commentary and essays by the site author. Browsable by subject or title. From a researcher and collector. http://www.merrycoz.org Topics: Children's Literature, Literary Movements and Periods Last updated Aug 24, 2004 The Mother Goose Pages
Can't remember the words to one of the old standards? A comprehensive list of traditional children's rhymes arranged alphabetically is available at this site. Also included are links to sources for nursery rhymes, as well as tips for performing them with an audience. http://www-personal.umich.edu/~pfa/dreamhouse/nursery/rhymesABC.html Topics: Children's Literature, English Language, Music, Musical Genres, Poetry Last updated Nov 6, 2001 The Novels of Horatio Alger, Jr.
This website contains the results of an "evaluation of the nineteenth century dime novels of Horatio Alger, Jr., and analysis of the texts in a fairy tale context, particularly the Cinderella tale." Features a biography of Alger, list of archetypes and themes, and plot summaries of some of the novels (with images of book covers). Designed by a summer intern "under the auspices of the University of Rochester Libraries." http://www.lib.rochester.edu/camelot/cinder/Horatiomain.htm Topics: Children's Literature, Literary Movements and Periods Last updated Dec 13, 2005 The Official Roald Dahl Website
An elaborate tribute to this children's author. Choose your guide from one of Dahl's characters. Treats is written specifically for children, with word games and other features. The Works has information about his books, including those produced in music, film, and video. The Man contains a biography, a quiz, and an interview. There are also Tips for Teachers . Special effects may cause site to load slowly. http://www.roalddahl.com/ Topics: Authors by Region, Children's Literature, Literary Movements and Periods Last updated May 21, 2002 Old Fashioned Reads: Books Your Parents and Grandparents (and Maybe You!) Loved
List, compiled in 1997, of classic books in series (and a few individual titles) for children and young adults. No annotations; this list serves more as a reminder of some of the classics, such as the Hardy Boys, Nancy Drew, Bobbsey Twins, Betsy-Tacy, Trixie Belden, and the Happy Hollisters. A list from the discussion group Fiction-L, presented on the Web by the Morton Grove Public Library, Illinois. http://www.webrary.org/rs/flbklists/Oldfash.html Topics: Children's Literature, Literature & Books Last updated Mar 15, 2006 Picturing Childhood: Illustrated Children's Books From University of California Collections, 1550–1990
An online version of an exhibition catalog. Contains essays focusing on the history and tradition of children's publishing; movable and pop-up books, toys, and games; 19th-century illustrators; and 20th-century technology used in illustrating children's books. Features over 30 illustrations, checklist of works, and selected bibliography. From the Department of Special Collections, University of California, Los Angeles. http://unitproj.library.ucla.edu/special/childhood/pictur.htm Topics: Children's Literature, Printing, Publishing, and Book Arts Last updated Jan 27, 2009 Pooh Corner
This site includes biographies of A.A. and Christopher Milne and E.H. Shepard; background on Cotchford Farm, the original toys, and the origins of "Winnie." http://www.pooh-corner.com/ Topics: Authors by Region, Children's Literature, Literature: Fiction Last updated Nov 10, 2003 Quidditch.com's Incomplete Guide to Lemony Snicket Allusions
To increase the ghastliness of Daniel Handler's "A Series of Unfortunate Events," this site provides brief explanations of the books' literary and other references, "minus the ones that would get me blocked by under-selective and over-active filters." Includes many links to more information. From a fan. http://www.quidditch.com/lemony%20snicket.htm Topics: Children's Literature, Literature: Fiction Last updated Dec 23, 2004 Radical Rebels: An Exhibition of Radical Children's Literature
"The selection of titles for this exhibition features biographies of radical activists, as well as the Young World Books series issued by International Publishers, an organ of the Communist Party of the United States of America. Also included are children's books with feminist, labor, multicultural, pacifist, and racial themes." Includes many digitized images of book covers. From the Special Collections Research Center of the Syracuse University Library. http://library.syr.edu/digital/exhibits/r/RadicalChildLit/ Topics: Children's Literature Last updated Jul 29, 2008 Roald Dahl Day
Activities to celebrate this day in mid-September recognizing Roald Dahl, author of children's books such as "Charlie and the Chocolate Factory" and "James and the Giant Peach." Provides activities for children and teachers, images for making decorations, children's drawings of Dahl book covers, photos from past celebrations, and more. Includes some commercial material. From Penguin Books Limited. http://www.puffin.co.uk/static/cs/uk/15/minisites/dahlday/ Topics: Children's Literature, Notable People: Arts & Humanities Last updated Sep 4, 2007 A Series of Unfortunate Events
Web home of the enigmatic master of morbidity, Lemony Snicket, aka Daniel Handler, and his best-selling series of children's novels chronicling the lugubrious lives of the orphans Violet, Klaus, and Sunny Baudelaire. Users who defy the author's warnings to turn off their computers and desist from reading about "A Series of Unfortunate Events" will find plenty of inspired and comic melodrama among the book excerpts, summaries, character sketches, and "dismal diversions." http://www.lemonysnicket.com/ Topics: Children's Literature, Literature: Fiction Last updated Dec 23, 2004 Seussville
This is the official Dr. Seuss Page, sponsored by Random House. It includes booklists, things you can buy, games you can play, a calendar of Dr. Seuss events such as museum exhibitions, contests, activities, Dr. Seuss images, and information, such as the fact that Dr. Seuss was really Theodor Geisel (1904-1991). http://www.seussville.com/ Topics: Children's Literature, Literary Movements and Periods, Literature & Books, Printing, Publishing, and Book Arts Last updated Oct 26, 2004 Summertime Favorites
A list of recommended readings, representing "NEH's [National Endowment for the Humanities] long-standing effort to highlight classic literature for young people from kindergarten through high school." Browsable by grade level. http://www.neh.gov/projects/summertimefavorites.html Topics: Children's Literature, Librarianship, Literature & Books, Literature: Fiction, Summer Reading Last updated May 12, 2005 Sunday School Books: Shaping the Values of Youth in Nineteenth-Century America
"This collection presents 163 Sunday school books published in America between 1815 and 1865." Browse by subject, author, or title. A fascinating study of what was considered moral instruction in the 1800's, with brief biographies of the authors. Also searchable by keyword. From the American Memory Project of the Library of Congress. http://memory.loc.gov/ammem/collections/sundayschool/ Topics: Children's Literature Last updated Dec 1, 2007 Theodor Seuss Geisel Award
Starting in 2006, this award recognizes "the author(s) and illustrator(s) of a beginning reader book who demonstrate great creativity and imagination in his/her/their literary and artistic achievements to engage children in reading." The site explains the criteria and application process and lists the people on the selection committee. From the Association for Library Service to Children (ALSC) of the American Library Association (ALA). http://www.ala.org/ala/mgrps/divs/alsc/awardsgrants/bookmedia/geiselaward/geiselabout/index.cfm Topics: Children's Literature, Education, Librarianship, Literature & Books Last updated Dec 2, 2008 William Steig
The author's official site. There is a complete list of his many books for children, including Shrek , Doctor De Soto , and Abel's Island . A biography, reviews, and several articles round out this look at a popular American author. http://www.williamsteig.com/ Topics: Children's Literature, Literary Movements and Periods, Literature & Books, Printing, Publishing, and Book Arts Last updated Oct 2, 2004 The Wizard of Oz: An American Fairytale
"Since its publication in September 1900, L. Frank Baum's The Wonderful Wizard of Oz has become America's greatest and best-loved homegrown fairytale." This online exhibit has three sections: "To Please a Child" featuring images and material relating to Baum, To See the Wizard with material relating to stage and screen productions, and To Own the Wizard with collectible items inspired by the books and movie. From the Library of Congress. http://www.loc.gov/exhibits/oz/ Topics: Children's Literature, Mysteries and More Last updated Nov 12, 2002 The World of Beverly Cleary
The site provides information about the works of this librarian and author of children's books. It features an interactive map of the fictional Klickitat Street neighborhood occupied by Beezus and Ramona Quimby, Henry Huggins, Ellen Tebbits, and other Cleary characters. Also presents information about major characters, book lists with synopses and sample chapters, teaching resources, and photographs and information about Beverly Cleary. http://www.beverlycleary.com Topics: Children's Literature Last updated Sep 9, 2004 World of Peter Rabbit
This delightful site includes a biography of author Beatrix Potter, with examples of her watercolors, early sketches, and life in the Lake District of England. The "Fun!" section has illustrations from her books, audio files of readings of some of her famous stories, and activities (some for Easter) involving Peter Rabbit, Tom Kitten, Jemima Puddle-duck, Benjamin Bunny, the Tailor of Gloucester, and Squirrel Nutkin. Available in British, American, German, French, and Japanese versions. Includes a few pop-ups. http://www.peterrabbit.com/index.asp Topics: Children's Literature, Holidays and Observances Individually Last updated Jul 29, 2009 |
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