This set brings together four original 1963 issues of Highlights for Children, the classic magazine known for blending stories, puzzles, illustrations, and early learning activities.
These large-format annual-style issues were designed to help kids build reading, reasoning, and creativity skills in a friendly, approachable way.
Inside you’ll find story features, “Find the Picture” pages, poems, science snippets, comics, and activity prompts that defined the Highlights experience for generations..
Quick Specs
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Item Type: Vintage children’s educational magazines (bundle of 4)
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Size: 12 × 9 inches each
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Material: Paper wraps
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Color: Multi-color illustrated covers
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Origin or Maker: Highlights for Children, Inc. (Columbus, Ohio)
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Year or Era: 1963
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GENRE: Children’s Educational / Activity Annuals
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Language / Pages: English / approx. 45 pages each
Edition & Features
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Edition/Printing: Periodical issues from 1963
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Dust Jacket: Not applicable
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Illustrations/Maps/Plates: Illustrated throughout with comics, story art, puzzles, and activity diagrams
Condition Grade: Fair
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May 1963: Binding cracked with noticeable spine damage; all pages intact; light pencil scribbles; edge wear.
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June–July 1963: Surface wear to covers; small stains; pencil marks; general handling wear.
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October 1963: Cover rubs and edge scuffs; aging to pages; occasional pencil marks.
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December 1963: Pencil scribbles inside; mild staining; edge and spine wear.
All four issues show age toning, edge wear, and occasional smudges consistent with well-loved mid-century children's magazines.
- See all photos for detail—sold as pictured.
Condition Grade Key
Near Fine: minimal wear; tight; clean.
Very Good: light wear; clean text; minor flaws.
Good: noticeable wear; sound reading copy; some marks.
Fair: heavy wear; complete but worn; priced accordingly.
Provenance & Notes
From a longtime children’s literature collector. No inscriptions or ownership marks beyond the child’s pencil scribbles noted.
About the Maker
Highlights for Children began in 1946 and quickly became a staple in schools, libraries, and homes. Its mix of stories, poems, crafts, and puzzles aimed to support early literacy and social development in an encouraging way.
A fun slice of 1960s childhood learning—ready to enjoy or display.
Disclaimer
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Care & Handling: Handle with clean, dry hands. Store away from direct sunlight in a stable, low-humidity environment to prolong life.
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