Nieuw letterspel voor kinderen / Nouveau jeu d'alphabet pour les enfants 1833 - 1911

This alphabet chart, "Nieuw letterspel voor kinderen / Nouveau jeu d'alphabet pour les enfants," by Brepols & Dierckx zoon (1833-1911), is a vibrant educational tool that features animal illustrations for each letter of the alphabet. The Dutch and French names of the animals are provided below each image, allowing children to learn both languages simultaneously. The chart's lively colors and detailed depictions of animals, like the monkey for "A" and the owl for "U", would have made learning the alphabet an engaging experience for young learners. The chart's presence in the Rijksmuseum highlights its historical and cultural significance as a representative of early childhood education.