I have a collection of books I accumulated through the years from garage, library, rummage sales etc. which I used for my first graders while I was teaching. I sold or donated most of them before our move to Hawaii but kept three shelves worth to enjoy with my future grandchildren.
During this time of COVID-19, I started sending some of the books to Maryland for my grandsons. My granddaughter is much too old for these 1st grade books. Good grief! She'll be in high school soon. Yikes!
The older of my grandsons has entered online kindergarten and is already reading. I'm so proud of him. When he received the books I sent by Leonora and Arthur Hornblow, he was captivated by them. On one Facetime he asked, "Grandma, could you send me more Strangest Things books?"
I'll be keeping my fingers crossed that the replacement will be in much better condition.
That afternoon, our son sent us a photo of the boys looking at the books and they seemed mesmerized by all they were learning. They didn't care that the binding was coming apart on the Animals book.
Ah well... their grandma is very happy.
POSTSCRIPT:
The replacement book arrived a week later in Maryland and our son sent this photo.
My son says it's in much newer condition.
I'm very, very happy!
Abebooks.com is where I go looking for used books. They have both the books you mentioned, listed at $4.18, including shipping.
ReplyDeleteI too use Abebooks as Donna does. It's a consortium of used book dealers. I'm sure that I've gotten Thriftbooks through Abe. Sometimes for my book club I will order a used version of the book we're reading then donate it to a Little Library close by or when we lived at Vantage House to the library there.
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Can I admit I'd like to read some of these books? I've never heard of this Strangest Things series but they sure look interesting. Anyway Kay, you are a good grandma and I almost forgot you were a teacher. I'd like to hear (read) more about that sometime :^)
ReplyDeleteThis was a good internet find for you and for the kids too.
ReplyDeleteWhat was the inside of the book like? I would have mended the corners and kept the thrift book unless the inside was damaged.
ReplyDeleteFinding a customer service that actually cares and helps solve your problem with cheer and respect always restores my faith in humanity.
ReplyDeleteKids don't mind well-loved books. They enjoy the books all the same.
ReplyDeleteThat was excellent customer service and so glad your grandson is learning the joys of reading actual books.
ReplyDeletewow what a fun gift...
ReplyDeleteThose sound like fascinating books for adults AND children. I can't believe your grandchildren are that old. Mine is 6 months old, but seems to love books too. Eating and chewing on them that is!
ReplyDeleteI admire your persistence in making things right, and that company for being so cooperative. Those early learning books are great for beginning readers.
ReplyDeleteI had never heard of such an operation, but it makes a lot of sense and helps to keep these items in circulation rather than discarded. Thanks for introducing me to this worthwhile company. :-)
ReplyDeleteGood to know about Thriftbooks! And those strangest things books look very interesting. Now that I have a little grandson...
ReplyDeleteGlad this worked out so well! And Thrift books is a win.
ReplyDeleteYou can buy used books on Amazon as well and they may be more reputable. Nice work Tutu.
ReplyDeleteMy daughter tells me you have to be really careful with Amazon too. No guarantees on some sellers.
DeleteSometimes amazon is a gamble.
ReplyDeleteI found that out when I ordered an electric ice crusher. It was a third party sale..as I later learned. It came in a terrible looking dirty box and when I plugged in the ice crusher, it didn't even work. I complained to Amazon and sent the ice crusher back to the third party. I was supposed get my $46. back but I have yet to see it.
ReplyDeleteIt's complicated, isn't it?
ReplyDeleteI'm impressed with your grandson's interest in books. Hooray for them.
ReplyDeleteI’ve had good luck with Thriftbooks. Their postage is a lot cheaper than Amazon. Going to look into abebooks as I had not heard of them.
ReplyDeleteOh, what fun. I don't buy books from Amazon, instead I buy from ABE books or Alibras books. Thrift books did you proud. I have a number of books from them around the house from them. Just put thoose names into Google, and you have fun.
ReplyDeleteDid you misspell your blogs title? Should it be 'Thriftbooks'? Or as written 'Triftbooks'? I love when people write about books they've read and then they can't spell. 23 comments and no one has mentioned it either.
ReplyDeleteHope I kept my comment respectful and kind.
Oh my gosh! You’re absolutely right. Thank you so much! And yes, yes, your comment was definitely respectful, kind and much appreciated.
DeleteI really love Better World Books. For every book you buy, they donate a book. I've only had one disappointing experience with them. In these days of covid, it is a wonderful way to keep my grandson in books now that the library is closed.
ReplyDeleteMy grands are young adults now, and they are blessed with getting almost everything they want, so my shopping is more difficult each year.
ReplyDeleteI love that y'all taught them the magic of books. It is terrific habit that is life long. I am a binge Kindle reader and also borrow e-books from the library. I like e-books much better as it avoids the clutter and then donating it to the library and I can read it in the dark -BB
ReplyDeleteI love Thriftbooks and am glad to hear their customer service delivered. All of the books I have ordered have come in good shape. One travel book I got on China had a piece of Chinese paper money in it, bonus. I have a lot of grandkids and have gotten great books for new readers there. I imagine your grands were delighted with what you sent them.
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