Two (2) Children's Books Published by Met life Insurance -- Mother Goose, Coloring Book

Two (2) charming children's books issued by the Metropolitan Life Insurance Company, including a coloring book and a book of Mother Goose's nursery rhymes. Note the coloring book's designs, which show children brushing their teeth, eating nutritious foods, playing outside, and practicing good hygiene. A nice example of how the company advertised to American families, and promoted healthy living practices. "My Color Book". New York: Met Life Insurance Co., c.1946. Single vol. (7.75" by 5.25"), pp. [8], illus., in original illus. self wrps with image of children playing on front with rhyme: "Yellow for butterflies, Pink for the clover." "The Metropolitan Mother Goose". New York: Met Life Insurance Co., c.1946. Single vol. (7.75" by 5.5"), pp. [24], illus., in original illus. wrps. Nursery rhymes including Old woman who lived in a shoe, Old Mother Hubbard, Jack Sprat, etc., all promoting healthy habits. The Metropolitan Life Insurance Company published dozens of public health booklets, offering advice on subjects ranging from healthy eating to the importance of vaccinating children against common diseases and safe teen driving. Very good to near-fine. Light toning. …