Harper's Young People, April 12, 1881 An Illustrated Weekly

"Harper's Young People, April 12, 1881" by Various is a magazine crafted to appeal to kids with the intention to educate and entertain kids in the 1800s. The volume comprises stories and articles and is purposed toward young children of the time. It shows stories of people, such as Benjamin Franklin and Robert Fulton, while also including tales of Native Americans and guides for activities like decorating Easter eggs. The magazine starts off with a section that encourages young men to learn a trade, using stories of historical figures to show the importance of hard work and having skills, suggesting that by combining knowledge and skills, they could achieve successful and satisfying lives, encouraging them to shape their futures.