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All about...Childhood through the ages

Priscilla Alderson, professor of childhood studies, Social Science Research Unit, the Institute of Education, University of London Centuries of progress?
Priscilla Alderson, professor of childhood studies, Social Science Research Unit, the Institute of Education, University of London

Centuries of progress?

How contemporary childhood and lifestyles compare with those of 200 years ago

Work and play

The place of work, play, and religion, in the lives of children, rich and poor, from medieval to modern times

Bringing up baby

The wild swings of fashion in what is best for babies

History lessons

What history can teach us about children's experiences today