Synopsis
A look at how the ways in which children are viewed have changed over time.
- Programme: The British Family
- Episode: Children
- Channel: BBC Two
- Broadcast year: 2010
- Education & Childcare
Licence: ERA Licence required
UK only
Staff and students of licensed education establishments only
Cannot be adapted
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