Question 1

Do you have to pay to read the magazine?

Accepted Answer

No - A History of Childhood Magazine is completely free to download and read at your own time. If you do feel like donating to support the publication, you can head over to our KoFi page (linked below).

Question 2

I've donated to KoFI. What is the money used for?

Accepted Answer

Bethan produces the podcast and magazine completely solo - from research, to marketing, designing and writing. Your kind donation is used to support the publication in numerous ways, with 100% of the proceeds invested directly into A History of Childhood. The money will be used for things like website hosting, funding print versions of the magazine, and paying potential collaborators.

Question 3

Is A History of Childhood for children or adults?

Accepted Answer

Both! A History of Childhood is designed to be an accessible - and fun! - way of getting adults and children alike interested in the history of childhood. Each podcast episode can be listened to by younger or older audiences, and never feature any profanity, violence, or explicit content.

The magazine is designed to be read by parents, carers, educators, history buffs, and budding young historians alike, with age-appropriate activities and information included throughout, that readers from the Early Years, through to the Key Stages and Adolescence, and into Adulthood can enjoy.

Question 4

I don't have a Spotify subscription! Can I still listen to the podcast?

Accepted Answer

Don't worry! You can still listen to podcast episodes using Spotify's free plan (streams with advertisements), or by heading to YouTube to find the podcast there.

Question 5

Can we submit a topic or apply to contribute?

Accepted Answer

Of course! We heartily encourage suggestions and recommendations for new topics surrounding the lives of children in the past. Simply get in touch with us via social media or through email and tell us what you'd like to see! We also encourage adults and children alike to send in their questions about anything to do with childhood and the lives of children in the past.

At present, we are not looking for contributors for either podcast or magazine. But do keep your eyes peeled...!

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