• Begin at the Beginning by Amy Schwartz, 1983 ex-library hardcover - front of dust jacket
  • Begin at the Beginning by Amy Schwartz, 1983 ex-library hardcover - dust jacket spine with library label
  • Begin at the Beginning by Amy Schwartz, 1983 ex-library hardcover - boards and spine
  • Begin at the Beginning by Amy Schwartz, 1983 ex-library hardcover - inside of dust jacket with flaps
  • Begin at the Beginning by Amy Schwartz, 1983 ex-library hardcover - front pastedown with library pocket damage
  • Begin at the Beginning by Amy Schwartz, 1983 ex-library hardcover - title page with school library stamp
  • Begin at the Beginning by Amy Schwartz, 1983 ex-library hardcover - copyright and dedication pages
  • Begin at the Beginning by Amy Schwartz, 1983 ex-library hardcover - first page of text
  • Begin at the Beginning by Amy Schwartz, 1983 ex-library hardcover - interior illustration
  • Begin at the Beginning by Amy Schwartz, 1983 ex-library hardcover - interior illustration
  • Begin at the Beginning by Amy Schwartz, 1983 ex-library hardcover - interior illustration and rear endpaper
  • Begin at the Beginning by Amy Schwartz, 1983 ex-library hardcover - rear endpaper with library pocket damage and stamps
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Begin at the Beginning

Begin at the Beginning

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Condition: Good

Book Notes: Ex-library copy from Harmony Hill School Library, Cohoes, NY, stamped WITHDRAWN Front pastedown has torn and abraded patches with glue residue where a library pocket or label was removed Rear endpaper has large torn and abraded areas where a library pocket was removed Yellow cloth boards with light soiling; spine ends rubbed Binding tight; text pages clean Dust jacket in a mylar cover taped to the jacket; mylar crinkled and torn at the head of the spine Dust jacket: light soiling, clear tape patch on the front panel, 'E SCH' call-number label on the spine, white label on the rear panel, tape and stamps on the jacket verso, small ink scribble on the rear flap Reading Rainbow Book seal on the front jacket Harmony Hill School Library stamps on the front endpaper, title page and rear endpaper; WITHDRAWN stamps on the front and rear endpapers Partly torn ownership stamp at the top of the front pastedown Pencil notes in the title page gutter margin ('12.89', 'B&T', '/92')

Author(s): Amy Schwartz

Publication year: 1983

Binding: Library Binding Hardcover

Language: English

Publisher: HarperCollins

Condition: Good
ISBN: 9780060252281

Sara must paint a picture for the second-grade art show, and her teacher says everyone is depending on her. She decides to paint the earth and the sky, the day and the night, the summer and the winter, but she doesn't know how to begin, and her family's advice doesn't help.

She gets stuck until she discovers the best place to begin. Written and illustrated by Amy Schwartz.

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Book Condition Scale

  • Like New

    This book is in excellent condition and appears to have been read only once. The pages are clean and unmarked, with no creases or stains. The binding remains firm and tight. There may be minimal signs of shelf wear on the cover or dust jacket, but overall, the book looks and feels nearly new.

  • Very Good

    This book has been read but remains in great condition. It does not look new, yet there is no obvious damage to the cover. Wear and tear are minimal. The pages are clean, free of highlighting or notes, though it may contain identifying marks from a previous owner or bookstore.

  • Good

    This book shows moderate to heavy signs of wear that can include creases, stains or tears. The cover may have minimal damage, and the binding remains intact with slight wear. The majority of pages are undamaged, though there may be some highlighting, underlining, or notes. It may also contain identifying marks from a previous owner or bookstore.

  • Acceptable

    This book shows significant wear, which may include tears, large stains, creases, loose pages, and heavy notes, underlining, or highlighting. The binding may be loose but remains intact. While it has noticeable imperfections, it is still a complete and readable copy. Any major defects will be clearly noted in the listing.

  • As Described

    This book is visibly worn and may be heavily soiled, scuffed, stained, or spotted. It may have loose joints, hinges, or pages, and some text or pages may be missing. Large tears and other significant defects may be present. While still a readable copy, it shows substantial signs of use. Any major flaws will be clearly noted in the listing.

  • Dust Jacket Grading

    (A) Excellent
    The dust jacket is in excellent condition, may show the slightest signs of shelf wear, if any.

    (B) Good
    Shows minor shelf wear, usually along edges and may have a few light stains.

    (C) Fair
    Displays moderate shelf wear, including some noticeable small tears, creasing and/or stains.

    (D) Poor
    Contains large tears, several creases, and/or heavy staining.

    (F) As Is
    Shows significant wear and tear. Majority of dust jacket is torn or missing. May contain heavy staining.