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Colonial Children's Games, Pastimes And Toys is a book written by Alice Morse Earle that explores the games, activities, and toys that were popular among children in colonial America. The book provides a detailed look at the various games and pastimes that children engaged in, including tag, hide-and-seek, and hopscotch, as well as more unique activities like hoop rolling and stilts. Earle also delves into the types of toys that were available during this time, including dolls, tops, and puzzles. Throughout the book, Earle provides historical context and insight into how these games and toys were used by children in colonial America. She also includes anecdotes and stories from her own childhood, as well as accounts from other historical sources. The book is illustrated with charming black and white drawings that help bring the games and toys to life. Overall, Colonial Children's Games, Pastimes And Toys is a fascinating and informative look at the ways in which children in colonial America entertained themselves and learned important skills through play. It is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of childhood or the cultural practices of early America.THIS 50 PAGE ARTICLE WAS EXTRACTED FROM THE BOOK: Child Life in Colonial Days, by Alice Morse Earle. To purchase the entire book, please order ISBN 1417903910.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Colonial Children's Games, Pastimes And Toys, (Paperback)
• Author: Kessinger Publishing
• ISBN: 9781162892245
• Format: Paperback
• Publication Date: 2010-09-10
• Page Count: 50