Childrens Collection (page 5)

The cast of the BBC childrens television series Grange Hill. Left to right, Mark Baxter, Mandy Mealing, Carey Born, Mark Bishop and Peter Moran. 25th January 1980

Catweasel and Stoats, new LWT Childrens television series, begins on Sunday 15th February 1970, starring actor Geoffrey Bayldon as title character Catweasel

Actress Lorraine Chase (left) appears in the new series of Worzel Gummidge. She plays the part of Dolly Clothespeg, opposite Jon Pertwee as Worzel Gummidge

Professor N B Capon opens the Royal Liverpool Babies Hospital, Woolton, Liverpool, Merseyside, 19th February 1959. The first specially adapted mother and baby unit in the North West

Author Alan Garner at Toad Hall, Blackden-cum-Goostrey, Cheshire. 25th September 1967. X8951

Deaf and Dumb School, Palayamkottai, India
C. E. Z. (Church of England Zenana Missionary Society) Deaf and Dumb School, Palamcottah (now Palayamkottai in the Tirunelveli district of Tamil Nadu), India. Deaf and Dumb children learning to talk

Peony Flower Faces
Easter wishes. Childrens faces in flowers were very popular at the turn of the 20th century. Artist: Irene Marcellus. Date: circa 1908

Camellia Flower Faces
Easter wishes. Childrens faces in flowers were very popular at the turn of the 20th century. Artist: Irene Marcellus. Date: circa 1908

Buttercup Flower Faces
Easter wishes. Childrens faces in flowers were very popular at the turn of the 20th century. Artist: Irene Marcellus. Date: circa 1908

Aerial view of Rose Hill in Longley Lane, Northenden, Manchester, England - a 19th-century Victorian villa, most notable as the home of Sir Edward Watkin

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Erum Khalili

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Erum Khalili

Pastel Hippo
Orara Studio

Trees Blue & Yellow
Orara Studio

Tribal Rabbit
Orara Studio

Pastel Giraffe
Orara Studio

Children's Fashion, illustration from The Shufunotomo, 1927 (colour litho)
LSE3062990 Children's Fashion, illustration from The Shufunotomo, 1927 (colour litho) by Japanese School, (20th century); Private Collection; Photo © Leonard de Selva

Deaf and Dumb Finger Alphabet
A chart of the finger-spelling alphabet used by many deaf people. Date: circa 1905

London Guildhall, Gog and Magog and the Mansion House. View of the Guildhall in Moorgate 30, statues of the mythological giant Gogmagog and Corineus 31

Trades in Regency England: glass-blowing, colliery and tanning. Workers blowing molten glass into bottles and goblets in a Newcastle factory 67

Trades in Regency England: blacksmith, Jappanner and goats. Blacksmith with hammer and anvil in front of a forge in the Forest of Dean 43, man showing a Japanned or lacquered tray in Pontypool 44

Trades in Regency England. Spinning, reaping flax and Suffolk horses. Woman spinning wool on a wheel outside a cottage in Lavenham 28, boy harvesting hemp for sailcloth in Suffolk 29

Sunshine Home for Blind Babies, Southerndown, Glamorgan
Two children and a woman in the garden of the Sunshine Home for Blind Babies, Southerndown, Glamorgan. Date: circa 1950

Prince Edward Childrens Convalescent Home, Hunstanton
A nurse and patients on the lawn at the Prince Edward Childrens Convalescent Home, Hunstanton, Norfolk. Date: circa 1918

Sunday School Union Holiday Home, Clacton
Inmates and staff outside the Sunday School Union Holiday Home, Clacton-on-Sea, Essex. Date: circa 1910

St Michaels Convent, Waterlooville - Refuge & Laundry
The refuge and laundry buildings at St Michaels Convent, Waterlooville, Hampshire, established to receive penitents and young girls in moral danger. Date: circa 1905

Children at Willesden Workhouse / Central Middlesex Hospital
Young children and their nurses at the Acton Lane site of the Willesden Workhouse / Central Middlesex Hospital. Date: Date unknown

The Downs Sanatorium, Belmont, Sutton
A uniformed porter stands at the entrance to the Downs Sanatorium, at Belmont, near Sutton, Surrey. The former childrens institution was converted for use as a tuberculosis sanatorium in 1912

Ernst Kreidolf
Konrad Ernst Theophil Kreidolf (1863-1956). Self portrait. Swiss painter and illustrator of childrens books. Date: 1916

Richmond Lodge, Toxteth, Liverpool
A sketch of Richmond Lodge - a home for pauper children opened at Wavertree in 1899 by the Toxteth Park Poor Law Union. Date: circa 1899

Dr Guthries Girls Industrial School, Gilmerton, Edinburgh
Thomas Guthries Girls Industrial School opened in 1904 on Gilmerton Road, Gilmerton, Edinburgh. Date: circa 1920

Children from Father Berrys Home, Liverpool
Boys and girls from Father Berrys Home, Liverpool, stand in rows in a large hall. The Home provided care for Roman Catholic children who were orphans or otherwise without a home. Date: circa 1912

Characters from Alice in Wonderland (colour engraving)
3740337 Characters from Alice in Wonderland (colour engraving) by Tenniel, John (1820-1914); Private Collection; (add.info)

Timmy Mallett, TV presenter outside TV-am studios on the last day of production of the breakfast show, London, Thursday 31st December 1992

TV Presenters Timmy Mallett and Michaela Strachan with new TV-am weather girl Carol Dooley, photocall to launch Success 88, a training scheme to get thousands of youngsters into jobs

Blue Peters John Noakes, climbs to the top of Nelsons Column. He talks at the top to workmen who are washing Nelson. 29th April 1977

Left to right, Tony Bastable, Susan Stranks with "Puff"
Left to right, Tony Bastable, Susan Stranks with " Puff" a Welsh mountain pony and Pete Brady, three of the presenters of the programme " Magpie"

Mick Robertson, Douglas Rae and Jenny Hanley, the presenters of Thames Televisions childrens programme " Magpie", are back from Egypt

Make-up girl Hilary Steinberg puts finishing touches to Susan Stranks hair before she appears on the screen, riding side saddle in her Georgian riding gear

John Jackson leaps for the ball, kicked by Geoff Hurst at Thames TV Studios at Teddington. Football players Geoff Hurst (left) of West Ham, and John Jackson (right) of Crystal Palace

Football players Geoff Hurst (left) of West Ham, and John Jackson (right) of Crystal Palace, wearing traditional football gear, for Thames Televisions " Magpie" programme

Mick Robertson, Jenny Hanley and Douglas Rae, the presenters of Thames Televisions childrens programme " Magpie", are back from Egypt

Brian Cant, childrens television presenter, pictured with wife, writer and director Cherry Britton, who is seven months pregnant, the couple are expecting twins, pictured at home

22 year old Gillian Hills, the girl who plays the leading part in the new Granada TV series " The Owl Service". 28th August 1969

Catweasel and Stoats, LWT Childrens television series, starring actor Geoffrey Bayldon as title character Catweasel, an eccentric 11th century wizard who accidentally travels through time to the year

Layang Layang London Zoos Asian Elephant tries to muscle in on Faye Trinaman and Matthew Hoggs Woolworths children clothing fashion shoot at the zoo. 28th April 1987

Actress Lorraine Chase appears in the new series of Worzel Gummidge. She plays the part of Dolly Clothespeg, opposite Jon Pertwee as Worzel Gummidge. 1st August 1980

Cockney star Lorraine Chase with Worzel Gummidge star Jon Pertwee. She plays the part of Dolly Clothespeg, who is Worzels latest girlfriend. 1st August 1980

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"Children's Tales and Adventures: From Mary, Mary Quite Contrary to Worzel Gummidge" Step into a world of imagination and wonder as we explore the enchanting realm of children's stories and experiences. Just like the timeless nursery rhyme "Mary, Mary, quite contrary, " where gardens bloom with silver bells and cockleshells, let us embark on a journey filled with whimsy. First stop is aboard the Training Ship Arethusa II, where young sailors learn discipline and bravery while navigating the vast seas. As we sail further into this captivating universe, we encounter Margaret Morris – a trailblazing British dancer, choreographer, and teacher who inspires countless little feet to dance their dreams. But wait. Look over there. It's Jon Pertwee as Worzel Gummidge himself – dressed in character and bringing joy to children everywhere. His mischievous antics remind us that laughter truly is the best medicine for both young hearts and old souls. As our adventure continues through time, we catch glimpses of London slums in Feathers Court on Drury Lane. These haunting images serve as reminders that not all childhoods were idyllic but also inspire us to strive for better futures for every child. In contrast to these hardships are heartwarming scenes at Comlongon Castle in Dumfries – Barnardo evacuees finding solace amidst its ancient walls during World War II. The Waifs and Strays Society Pyrford St Nicholas offers another haven for vulnerable children seeking love and care away from turbulent times. Education takes center stage at Pishiobury Approved School in Hertfordshire or Hereford Industrial School Schoolroom where knowledge becomes a powerful tool shaping young minds' destinies. Meanwhile, St Mary in the Fields Children's Colony nestled in Mayfield Sussex fosters community spirit among its residents through shared experiences.