Lot #518: Vintage Books, School Decor

• Vintage Dick and Jane readers — These early readers from the 1940s–1960s are highly collectible, especially complete editions or early printings. Even worn copies have nostalgic and display value. • Early primary school readers like Nick and Dick, Three of Us, Fun With Us, Open the Door, Bill and Susan — These fall into the same category as Dick and Jane: mid‑century basal readers used in American classrooms. Collectors often buy them in sets. • Slate chalkboard — Small wooden-framed slates were used in classrooms before widespread notebook adoption. Authentic vintage slates are desirable, especially with original wood frames. • Alphabet teaching card (“Aa” with apple) — Oversized classroom phonics cards are collectible, especially when they feature classic illustrations. • “God Bless Our School” framed sign — Schoolhouse devotional or inspirational signs are popular with Americana collectors. • “Time Spent Teaching Is Never Lost” sign — Same category: mid‑century classroom décor. • Green chalk tablets — These were used for handwriting practice. They’re less common now and often bought by collectors of educational ephemera. • Red clothbound booklets: Midsummer Night’s Dream, The Tempest, Poems, A Child’s Garden of Verses, Frienship and Other Essays • Parodiology: Songs for Fun and Fellowship — Songbooks from church groups, camps, or youth organizations often have niche collector interest. • Picture Puzzles: The Bible by Symbols — Religious puzzle or symbol books are a small but steady collectible niche. Pickup category timeslot {A}