Before They Are Six

Before They Are Six

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Status

Released

Release Date

Jan 2, 1943

Runtime

0h 17m

Genres

Documentary

Original Title

Before They Are Six

Production Companies

ONF | NFB

Director

Gudrun Parker

Description

This short documentary offers an early example of the challenges faced by working mothers. As women entered the workforce in greater numbers during WWII, their young children were cared for by others. At day nurseries, trained staff supervised children’s meals, health and play. Toddlers are taught how to wash and dress themselves and to put their toys away tidily. The film is an intriguing portrait of the nascent mid-20th century world of work for women and their families. - NFB