Stamp Collecting For Kids

Kids can become philatelists, too, and begin studying and collecting stamps. If you have a fascination in a certain subject, such as a country or an animal, you might build a stamp collection around your interest. You could begin collecting stamps with dogs or horses on them. Stamps can also teach you about history because they represent people and places of the past. To explore the world of stamp collecting and learn more about it, visit the library to read collecting books. You can also visit the post office to look at commemorative stamps available. Commemorative stamps are special stamps released to honor events, people, and places. Stamp clubs and stamp shows are other ways you can learn about this hobby.

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• Exploring the World of Stamps in Your Classroom (PDF)

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• Smithsonian Kids: Stamp Collecting

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• An Introduction to Stamp Collecting

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• Postage Stamp Terminology

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• Glossary of Philatelic Terms (PDF)

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