2009 / Hardback / 48 pages / UK
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Stuck in the cupboard with other books bought stupidly far in advance when stuck for ideas to pad out a discounted order (and before I thought of screening books on the Internet Archive first), who knows how outdated it may end up being if we ever get around to looking at it.
2001 / Hardback / 128 pages / UK
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Alright, so we've just looked at some pictures and haven't home-schooled with it yet (if ever), but it looks comprehensive and well-organised for it. I don't think I noticed it was the mini version when including it in our big used book bonanza, but at least she can hold it.
1912/1993 / Hardback / 160 pages / UK
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I had years to find the D'aulaires' book for a good price, but decided to save myself the effort and go with a cheaper and inevitably duller substitute, thriftily combining archaic public domain text with public domain art. It's not child-friendly, but I can get the gist and spin some bedtime stories.
1992 / Paperback / 64 pages / UK
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Bought more for myself at this stage, with the optimistic aim of secretly teaching myself during childcare so I can end up not looking completely inept by the time she may want to learn herself. Its Key Stage 1 presentation is frankly as patronising as I need.
1989 / Paperback / 64 pages / UK
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A nice selection, helpfully arranged for aspiring grade one learners, even those approaching middle age.
