The collection contains illustrative production materials for six children's books and other original art by Clare Turlay Newberry.

The collection contains written and illustrative items related to the life and work of Dahlov Ipcar, including production material for her children's books and related material.

Collection contains written production material for several books by Parker, as well as one unidentified illustration.

The Eleanor Estes papers contain material related to her work as an author and illustrator of children's books.

The Esther Averill papers contain written and illustrative production material for five children's books created by Averill.

Louis Slobodkin's papers focus on his work as an author and illustrator of children's books. The collection contains production material for various titles published between 1943-1972, as well as some miscellaneous material and artwork.

Marian C. Foster's, aka Mariana's, papers includes watercolor studies for several titles by Foster, as well as cards and other miscellaneous works.

Mary Marsh Buff and Conrad Buff''s papers focus on their work as authors and illustrators of children's books. The collection contains production material for books published between 1937 and 1966.

Phoebe Erickson's papers focus on her work as an author and illustrator of children's picture books. The collection contains production material for books written or illustrated by Erickson.