Reading Is Fun Retro Book Tshirt 1953
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Reading Is Fun Retro Book Tshirt
This retro book tshirt celebrates the genuine 1953 “Reading Is Fun” Children’s Book Week poster illustrated by Jan Balet for the Children’s Book Council. The artwork shows three children gathered with books in a classic mid-century butterfly chair, with a sweet dalmatian puppy nearby and bold yellow lettering that declares reading is fun.
With its charming 1950s illustration style, playful composition, and nostalgic book week energy, this retro book tshirt is made for readers of every kind. It is a cheerful choice for book lovers, librarians, teachers, reading specialists, book club friends, library fans, and anyone who believes stories are better when shared.
Personalization
Make this book tshirt your own by adding a custom name, classroom name, library name, book club name, or short phrase. Please enter your personalization exactly as you would like it to appear, including spelling, capitalization, and punctuation.
Features
- Classic unisex fit with a soft, everyday feel.
- Features the 1953 “Reading Is Fun” Children’s Book Week poster artwork.
- Librarian shirt with bright mid-century book week style.
- Great book lover shirt for readers, book clubs, libraries, and bookstore days.
- Playful vintage reading shirt for classrooms, book fairs, reading events, and casual wear.
- Personalizable with a name, classroom, library, book club, or short phrase.
- Printed on Whippie’s standard Bella+Canvas 3001 unisex tee.
Materials
- Soft Airlume combed and ring-spun cotton.
- Solid colors are typically 100% cotton.
- Heather and blended colors may vary by fiber content.
- Lightweight jersey fabric made for comfortable everyday wear.
Care Instructions
- Machine wash cold, inside out, with like colors.
- Use non-chlorine bleach only when needed.
- Tumble dry low or hang to dry for best results.
- Do not iron directly over the printed design.
- Do not dry clean.
Production & Shipping
This product is custom print-on-demand. It is created specifically for you. Please allow 2-3 business days for production. A typical delivery timeframe is 5-7 days. Plus, you'll receive the convenience of FREE Economy Shipping.
Explore More
- Find more retro childhood favorites in our Nostalgia Collection.
- Browse literary designs and bookish favorites in our Classic Books collection.
- Shop school-ready gifts and classroom favorites in our Teacher collection.
- Explore apparel, gifts, and playful finds throughout our Full Catalog.
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- Find more Whippie's inspiration on Pinterest.
| S | M | L | XL | 2XL | 3XL | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Width, in | 18.00 | 20.00 | 22.00 | 24.00 | 26.00 | 28.00 |
| Length, in | 28.00 | 29.00 | 30.00 | 31.00 | 32.00 | 33.00 |
| Sleeve length, in | 8.90 | 9.20 | 9.50 | 9.70 | 10.00 | 10.40 |
| Size tolerance, in | 1.50 | 1.50 | 1.50 | 1.50 | 1.50 | 1.50 |
EU representative: HONSON VENTURES LIMITED, gpsr@honsonventures.com, 3, Gnaftis House flat 102, Limassol, Mesa Geitonia, 4003, CY
Product information: Bella+Canvas 3001, 2 year warranty in EU and Northern Ireland as per Directive 1999/44/EC
Warnings, Hazard: For adults, Blank product sourced from Honduras
Care instructions: Machine wash: cold (max 30C or 90F), Non-chlorine: bleach as needed, Tumble dry: low heat, Iron, steam or dry: medium heat, Do not dryclean
Product Details
Reading Is Fun Retro Book Tshirt
This retro book tshirt celebrates the genuine 1953 “Reading Is Fun” Children’s Book Week poster illustrated by Jan Balet for the Children’s Book Council. The artwork shows three children gathered with books in a classic mid-century butterfly chair, with a sweet dalmatian puppy nearby and bold yellow lettering that declares reading is fun.
With its charming 1950s illustration style, playful composition, and nostalgic book week energy, this retro book tshirt is made for readers of every kind. It is a cheerful choice for book lovers, librarians, teachers, reading specialists, book club friends, library fans, and anyone who believes stories are better when shared.
Personalization
Make this book tshirt your own by adding a custom name, classroom name, library name, book club name, or short phrase. Please enter your personalization exactly as you would like it to appear, including spelling, capitalization, and punctuation.
Features
- Classic unisex fit with a soft, everyday feel.
- Features the 1953 “Reading Is Fun” Children’s Book Week poster artwork.
- Librarian shirt with bright mid-century book week style.
- Great book lover shirt for readers, book clubs, libraries, and bookstore days.
- Playful vintage reading shirt for classrooms, book fairs, reading events, and casual wear.
- Personalizable with a name, classroom, library, book club, or short phrase.
- Printed on Whippie’s standard Bella+Canvas 3001 unisex tee.
Materials
- Soft Airlume combed and ring-spun cotton.
- Solid colors are typically 100% cotton.
- Heather and blended colors may vary by fiber content.
- Lightweight jersey fabric made for comfortable everyday wear.
Care Instructions
- Machine wash cold, inside out, with like colors.
- Use non-chlorine bleach only when needed.
- Tumble dry low or hang to dry for best results.
- Do not iron directly over the printed design.
- Do not dry clean.
Production & Shipping
This product is custom print-on-demand. It is created specifically for you. Please allow 2-3 business days for production. A typical delivery timeframe is 5-7 days. Plus, you'll receive the convenience of FREE Economy Shipping.
Explore More
- Find more retro childhood favorites in our Nostalgia Collection.
- Browse literary designs and bookish favorites in our Classic Books collection.
- Shop school-ready gifts and classroom favorites in our Teacher collection.
- Explore apparel, gifts, and playful finds throughout our Full Catalog.
Connect With Us
- Follow Whippie's on Facebook.
- Follow Whippie's on TikTok.
- Follow Whippie's on Instagram.
- Subscribe to Whippie's on YouTube.
- Find more Whippie's inspiration on Pinterest.
| S | M | L | XL | 2XL | 3XL | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Width, in | 18.00 | 20.00 | 22.00 | 24.00 | 26.00 | 28.00 |
| Length, in | 28.00 | 29.00 | 30.00 | 31.00 | 32.00 | 33.00 |
| Sleeve length, in | 8.90 | 9.20 | 9.50 | 9.70 | 10.00 | 10.40 |
| Size tolerance, in | 1.50 | 1.50 | 1.50 | 1.50 | 1.50 | 1.50 |
EU representative: HONSON VENTURES LIMITED, gpsr@honsonventures.com, 3, Gnaftis House flat 102, Limassol, Mesa Geitonia, 4003, CY
Product information: Bella+Canvas 3001, 2 year warranty in EU and Northern Ireland as per Directive 1999/44/EC
Warnings, Hazard: For adults, Blank product sourced from Honduras
Care instructions: Machine wash: cold (max 30C or 90F), Non-chlorine: bleach as needed, Tumble dry: low heat, Iron, steam or dry: medium heat, Do not dryclean
Need help or something custom?
We're happy to help! If you can't find the answer you're looking for, or you'd like a design on a different product, contact us at whippiesstore@gmail.com. Many Whippie's designs can be customized for other products, and we'll do our best to create exactly what you're looking for.
