English language orthography and spelling glossaries, vocabularies, etc. How much would and original elementary spelling book. Most people called it the bluebacked speller because of its blue cover and, for the next one hundred years, websters book taught children how to read, spell, and pronounce words. Webster wrote his book in the hope of creating a distinct american spelling and pronunciation as a way to distinguish us from our former colonial masters. The elementary spelling book hardcover august 9 2015 for. With over 45 years of experience we look forward to helping you build your library. Noah webster, american lexicographer known for his american spelling book 1783 and his american dictionary of the english language, 2 vol.
Find the elementary spelling book by webster, noah at biblio. The first was the blue back speller then the american speller and in 1880 the elementary speller with an improvement on the american speller. At the top of the cover it says the national standard. This collection is not a comprehensive collection of all school books. The main types of materials included are primers, readers, spelling books. Book printed material the american spelling book, containing an easy standard of pronunciation. A book is more likely to appeal to collectors, and therefore be worth more, if you have actually heard of. Use noah websters speller as the basic text and supplement with an english handbook. However, formatting rules can vary widely between applications and fields of interest or study. The elementary spelling book hardcover august 9 2015 for sale. The verso of the titlepage here refers to two previous s, 1857 and. About the publisher forgotten books publishes hundreds of thousands of rare and classic books. The roots of teaching literature in the united states date back to the 17th century, when the new england primer textbook was introduced in boston 1690, along with the invention of the blue backed elementary spelling book of pioneer noah webster 1758 1843, which helped generations of american children learn to read.
Students who complete websters american spelling book method of teaching reading and spelling will gain a command english reading, vocabulary, and spelling that is available in no other single book. The revised elementary spelling book the elementary. In addition, this online collection also contains two works by dr. This is a reproduction of a book published before 1923. The national standard elementary spelling book by noah. William henry appleton was born on january 27, 1814 at haverhill, massachusetts. The elementary spelling book, being an improvement on the american spelling book by webster, noah. This is an antique elementary school spelling book. Harveys grammar harveys elementary grammar and composition by thomas harvey, reprinted here in an updated and revised format by mott media. Noah webster books list of books by author noah webster. Noah websters speller offered simple guidelines for spelling and pronouncing american english words. Known by its colored cover, websters bluebacked speller remained popular for more than 100 years. Peales mastodon skeleton, in the childs own book of american geography. Noah webster webster, noah, 17581843 the online books page.
Items in the worthopedia are obtained exclusively from licensors and partners solely for our members research needs. The elementary spelling book 1908 nice frontispiece. Books i best remember a midcentury child and her books. Mcguffeys eclectic spelling book by william holmes mcguffey gutenberg text. The revised edition of the elementary spelling book webster, by noah webster, l. Being an improvement on the american spelling book by webster, noah and a great selection of related books, art and collectibles available now at. The elementary spellingbook, being an improvement on the american spelling book the national standard author. Being an improvement on the american spelling book entered, according to act of congress, in the year 1857, by g. He changed spelling of words to make it easier to learn and pronounce. About the elementary spelling book this is a reproduction of a book published before 1923.
This is a teacher training video explaining the use of noah websters syllabary in mr. Antique elementary spelling book copyright 1880 the. Textbook collection of the minnesota historical society. Noah webster webster, noah, 17581843 the online books. Second opinion ive found my fathers spelling book 1880 and1908 it is the elementary spelling book by noah webster. This book may have occasional imperfections such as missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Considered to be the thirdbest selling book of all time in america. The elementary spelling book being an improvement on the american spelling book. Ageappropriate lessons taught schoolchildren to read. Noah websterelementary spelling book 1880 blue back speller. Theres a richness to antique books that transcends their status as one of the worlds most beloved collectibles. The elementary spelling book 1908 edition open library. Many of these books were approved by the ontario department of education for use in the schools of ontario. Webster was instrumental in giving american english a dignity and vitality of its own.
This urge can be seen in the first gutenberg bible of 1455. My own primer, or, first lessons in spelling and reading by rev. This book may have occasional imperfections such as missi. I have a revised edition of the elementary spelling book. This book is in great condition and i like most the little sentenances using the words. This collection includes over 6000 books and 4000 objects aesops artifacts, the largest. We have new and used copies available, in 18 editions. Noah websters spelling book method for teaching reading. Books document the evolution of our need to make sense of the world around us. Ageappropriate lessons taught schoolchildren to read and write, helping to define and unify american language. Sold by all the principal booksellers throughout the united states of america and its territories. Your child will compile his own notebook while he learns spelling, handwriting, grammar, and vocabulary. Published 1908 by american book company in new york, cincinnati etc. By the 1880s over 3 million copies per year were being sold.
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I have between 50100 books ed in the late 1800s and early 1900s. Here are entered english language spelling books limited to elementary grade levels. School books collection of the archives of ontario library introduction this finding aid is a listing of all school books held in the archives of ontario library. The front cover names it, the elementary spelling book, being an improvement on the american spelling book, by noah webster, the latest revised edition by the american book company. As in the original, the book is divided into 3 parts. The elementary spelling book by noah webster librarything.
It sold so well that webster was able to construct his new haven, connecticut. Donald potters noah websters spelling book method for teaching reading and spelling. Murray hudson old, historic, rare, ancient, vintage, collectible, oneofakind, outofprint, unusual, unique, and antiquarian globes, maps, books, and prints. The 19th century schoolbooks collection contains schoolbooks from the nietz old textbook collection.
With its distinctive blue cover, it earned the nickname the bluebacked speller and was. Delivery time is estimated using our proprietary method which is based on the buyers proximity to the item location, the shipping service selected, the sellers shipping history, and other factors. Being an improvement on the american spelling book by noah webster online at alibris. Over the course of 385 editions in his lifetime, the title was changed in 1786 to the american spelling book, and again in 1829 to the elementary spelling book. No matter what youre looking for or where you are in the world, our global marketplace of sellers can help you find unique and affordable options. Buy a cheap copy of the original blue back speller.
Being the first part of a grammatical institute of the english language. Secondary level and general spelling books in english as well as spelling books at all levels in other languages are entered under headings of the type english language orthography and spelling dictionaries. List of books and articles about teaching literature. Uncommonly good collectible and rare books from uncommonly good booksellers. Imprint new york, cincinnati etc american book company 1908 physical description 174 p. The elementary spelling book 1908 nice frontispiece noah webster on. Open library is an initiative of the internet archive, a 501c3 nonprofit, building a digital library of internet sites and other cultural artifacts in digital form. You probably dont need to include every word of the title and authors name. Assorted readers, mostly primary, mostly old stillman books. Vintage elementary spelling book by noah webster 1908 ebay. See all books authored by noah webster, including noah websters first edition of an american dictionary of the english language american christian history education series, and the original blue back speller vocabulary of a warrior, and more on.
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