Childhood In The 16th Century

Childhood in the 16th century was different to the modern day and 25% of children died before they reached the age of five. Medical treatments were rare; boys were working to help with their families whilst girls were made to become prostitutes or housewives. Around 18th century, poor children were made to work. In 1833 parliament passed laws to ban child labour. In 1870, Forster’s Education Act (Elementary Education Act 1870) enforced schools to provide education for all children. (Lambert, 2016). Around 20th century, children were better educated, healthier and better fed and clothed. The Education Act 1944 ensured all children sat 11 plus exams. 21st century saw different countries having dissimilar views and different qualities of life