Rare Vintage Finger Plays for Little Folk Updated Edition Janet Jackson Christian [Paperback] Janet Jackson [Paperback] Janet Jackson

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Paperback cover has some wear. Pages are clean and the binding is secure.

This vintage collection of finger plays by Janet Jackson, a prolific author of children’s literature and Christian educational materials, offers a charming glimpse into the world of early 20th-century childhood entertainment. Finger plays, precursors to modern nursery rhymes and action songs, fostered imagination and social interaction. Jackson’s updated edition preserves these delightful verses, allowing modern readers to experience the simple joys of a bygone era. For collectors and those interested in the history of early childhood education, this book represents a fascinating artifact, offering a window into the values and pastimes of an earlier age.

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Paperback cover has some wear. Pages are clean and the binding is secure.

This delightful vintage collection of finger plays, originally published in the early 20th century, offers a charming glimpse into the world of children’s entertainment from a bygone era. Janet Jackson, a prolific author of children’s literature and Christian educational materials, compiled these whimsical rhymes and accompanying hand motions to delight and engage young readers.

While the exact publication date is unclear, the book’s well-worn yet sturdy condition speaks to its enduring popularity across generations. Finger plays, a precursor to modern nursery rhymes and action songs, were once a staple of childhood, fostering imagination, dexterity, and social interaction. Jackson’s updated edition preserves these delightful verses, allowing modern readers to experience the simple joys of a simpler time.

For collectors of vintage children’s literature or those interested in the history of early childhood education, this book represents a fascinating artifact. Its gentle Christian themes and playful rhymes offer a window into the values and pastimes of an earlier age, making it a treasured addition to any discerning library.

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