WHEN I WAS YOUNG: EARLY 20TH CENTURY by Ruth Thomson is a richly illustrated non-fiction book that explores what life was like for children growing up in the early 1900s. Through first-person accounts, historical photographs, and engaging facts, the book offers insights into daily life, school, family roles, work, and leisure during that time. It paints a vivid picture of a world shaped by industrial change, social class, and the aftermath of World War I, making history accessible and relatable to young readers.
