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Exploring the V&A Museum of Childhood’s collection
An interview with Catherine Howell on the history of play
In this video, Catherine Howell, Collections Manager at the V&A Museum of Childhood in London, shares some hand-made toys they hold in their collection.
As you watch the video, consider the following questions:
- What are the most common hand-made toys found across cultures?
- How does the local environment shape the kinds of hand-made toys to be found in a particular culture?
- How did the industrial revolution impact on the production of hand-made toys?
Use the comments section below to reflect on these questions, in addition to any other aspects of the video that you found of interest.
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Exploring Play: The Importance of Play in Everyday Life
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