the golden book of words

The Golden Book of Words by Selma Lola Chambers is a charming vintage children’s book designed to introduce young readers to everyday words through simple text and appealing illustrations. Illustrated by Louis Cary and published by Golden Press / Western Publishing, this book reflects the warm, classic style associated with Golden Books and early childhood learning.

With its focus on familiar words, objects, and ideas, this title is well suited for beginning readers, preschool children, family reading, and early vocabulary building. The illustrations help make word recognition engaging and accessible, encouraging children to connect language with the world around them.

A lovely find for collectors of vintage children’s books, Golden Press titles, and nostalgic early learning books, The Golden Book of Words is both educational and collectible. It would make a sweet addition to a nursery shelf, classroom library, or vintage picture book collection.

Hardcover, Good.  Christmas gift inscription dated 1977. Noticeable rubbing and scuffing to the front cover. Corner wear and bumped edges. Some interior pages have light spotting/marks from use. General shelf wear.