Description
1957 edition. Paperback cover has significant wear, scuffs, small marks and stains, and bending. Spine has significant reading creases and wear. Pages have some marks but largely are clean and the binding is secure.
This well-loved copy of “Open The Door: Third And Basic Preprimer” from the Alice and Jerry Basic Reading Program offers a glimpse into the world of early childhood education in mid-20th century America. Published in 1957, this primer was part of a groundbreaking series that sought to teach reading through a carefully structured and engaging approach. Authored by Mabel O’Donnell, a renowned educator and reading specialist, and illustrated by the talented sisters Florence and Margaret Hoopes, this book would have been a staple in countless classrooms across the nation.
The wear and creasing on this copy speak to its extensive use, likely by generations of young learners as they embarked on their reading journey. The scuffs and marks are a testament to the book’s enduring popularity and the countless hands that have turned its pages. Despite its age and signs of use, the binding remains secure, a testament to the quality of its construction and the care with which it was handled.
For collectors of vintage educational materials or those with a nostalgic connection to the Alice and Jerry series, this copy offers a tangible link to a bygone era in teaching methodologies. Its well-worn state serves as a reminder of the countless minds it helped shape and the enduring impact of quality instructional materials.
