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Publishers reissue books that were popular years ago with new covers or have new illustrations to present the book differently or in a more updated way. However, in some cases the reissue is packaged exactly the way it was when it first came out. Here is a list of some outstanding reissues of classics in children's literature.
Let's begin with picture books geared for youngsters ages 4 through 8. "Little Toot," written and illustrated by Hardie Gramatky, is one of those classic treasures that many of us owned or remembered from our childhood. Here is a book that has been completely restored and has the original paintings that helped make this a popular book for children. It was first published in 1939 and enlightens children how large ships navigate into ports.
Little Toot has spunk and personality but doesn't dare venture out near the ocean where it's rough. But, he suddenly has a chance to show his courage. This edition has a note to the reader from the author's only child and would be a treasure in any home.
"Tubby the Tuba" was a 1946 song that has been masterfully made into a picture book with the retro paintings in colors and hues of the 1940s. Paul Tripp has written the text, with illustrations by Henry Cole. There's even a CD included of the classic recording. There are many layers of learning in this book, and it's a terrific group read-aloud!
"Earl The Squirrel," written and illustrated...