This paper boat was made in the early 20th century by Mr Magnus Ratter of Ollaberry in Shetland.
Paper boat made by Mr Magnus Ratter, Ollaberry, Shetland, early 20th century
The children of working-class families relied for play on home-made toys and street games. As the 19th century went on, better-off children had access to an increasing range of toys and books.
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