Nursery Songs, A 'Little Golden Book', no. 7, Commemorative 50th Anniversary Edition. Copyright 1942 and printed in the U.S.A. by Golden Book / Western Publishing in 1992.  Songs arranged by Leah Gale and illustrated by Corinne Malvern. Hardcover book, 42 printed pages , 7 7/8" x 6 3/4" (200mm x 171mm).

From the front of the book: "A commemorative facsimile edition published on the occasion of the 50th anniversary of Little Golden Books."

Synopsis: Nursery Songs, one of the first books in the Little Golden Books series (#7), featuring wonderful illustrated by Corinne Malvern, is a charming collection of classic children's songs and nursery rhymes, designed to introduce young readers to beloved traditional tunes. The book includes 25 favorite nursery songs like "Twinkle, Twinkle, Little Star," "Mary Had a Little Lamb,", "London Bridge", "Pop Goes The Weasel", "Jingle Bells, Jingle Bells", "The Farmer In The Dell,", and 19 more songs, each paired with vivid and whimsical illustrations that reflect the gentle, nostalgic tone of the era.

More than just a songbook, Nursery Songs aims to foster early language development, rhythm, and memory through music. Its simple layout—one song per page or spread, often with accompanying images of children, animals, or playful scenes—makes it easy for parents to read aloud or sing along with young children, continuing the oral traditions of lullabies and rhymes that have been passed down through generations.

Condition: the book is in overall very good minus condition. The front cover has a 1 inch white damage spotnear the top (by the letters "Nur").  The inside pages and binding are both in very good condition (see photos)