Vintage children's books are a true source of inspiration. You can relive your own childhood fancies by revisiting the books that captured your imagination as a kid, use the illustrations as source material for your own artwork (hello, ephemera!) or pass on a much-loved book to a younger set of eyes. Revisit your childhood and make old new again with these books!

Adorable 1958 Childs Unused Color Bk w Color Plates

This coloring book is truly to die for. The kitties are making me squeal! It gives both a colored and black and white version of each illustration, so you can "color within the lines" or go your own way. At kelleystreetvintage, $20.

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the tale of tom kitten

Beatrix Potter can't go wrong. This cute little book would be a great addition to your personal collection (or fit perfectly in little hands). Found at ricracandbuttons, $43.

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1967 authentic spanish alphabet book

Learn the Spanish alphabet with Coquito! This book is both educational and precious. Get it before it's gone! From gumbygirl, $4.

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Vintage, Ramona Forever By Beverly Cleary 1984 Hardcover

"Ramona Forever!" Scream it from a mountain top with this classic. Seen in NostalgicHeirlooms, $4.

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The Runaway Bunny... Vintage Kids Book

The Runaway Bunny was one of my favorite books as a child. Now it just makes me cry when I reread it. (Yes, I am a sentimental sap who loves my mother!) At divinedebrisvintage, $3.

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vintage heidi and babar

Heidi and Babar in one fell swoop? Sign me up! At fleaflyflo, $12.50.

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Vintage 1970s Childrens Cookbook

Looking for some retro recipes? This handy cookbook for kids will surely deliver. Make some hot dogs and macaroni and relive the glory days of food! At historicallyvintage, $6.

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Kissed by a Seal at the Zoo - Vintage Childrens Book

There are worse things than getting kissed by a seal. Take a trip down memory lane to your own zoo-going days, and let the kids get in on the fun. At ArtStash, $4.

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Vintage Popup Book - Mr Mouses School

Pop-up books are so interactive! Spend a day with adorable mice as they go to school. At Bubblecup, $8.

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