The short version
- Typical range: £2 – £12
- Biggest single factor: condition — see the table below
- Category: Books
- Cost to sell on WishThrift: nothing, at any price
What a used childrens books is worth by condition
Condition does more to the price than anything else. These figures are worked from the top of the range for childrens bookss, so treat them as a starting point and adjust for the specifics of yours.
| Condition | Typical price | What it means |
|---|---|---|
| New with Tags | £12 | Unused, tags or seals intact |
| Like New | £10 | Barely used, no visible wear |
| Good | £7 | Light signs of use, complete and working |
| Fair | £5 | Heavily used, or a described fault or missing part |
| For Parts | £3 | Not working or incomplete, sold as seen |
These are the five grades WishThrift listings use, and sellers set the grade themselves — see what each condition grade means. Figures are shown in pounds as a reference point. On WishThrift prices display in your own currency, and sellers set their own asking price.
What raises the value of a childrens books
- Bundles grouped by reading age
- First editions of enduring titles
- Illustrated classics in good condition
- Complete series sold together
What lowers it
- Crayon marks, tears and missing pages
- Chewed board book corners
- Damp staining and mould
- Incomplete series with gaps
How to work out what yours is worth
- Sort by reading age and photograph the bundle
- Check every book for drawing and torn pages
- Identify any first editions separately
Once you have those three answers you can place your own childrens books on the table above with reasonable confidence. If it sits between two rows, price it toward the lower one — items priced honestly sell faster than items priced hopefully.
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Frequently asked questions
How should I sell children’s books?
In bundles grouped by reading age. Individual titles rarely justify postage unless they are collectable.
Are any children’s books valuable?
First editions of enduring titles can be worth a great deal. Check before bundling anything that looks old.
Does damage matter in a bundle?
Less than for singles, but be honest. Crayon and torn pages should be mentioned so buyers know what they are getting.
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