Someone asked 1960s Liverpool children about their taste in books, and one girl had a hilarious reason for boning up on first aid

Back in the 1960s, journalist Harold Williamson carried out a series of interviews with children in various parts of the UK on a range of subjects, including emotions, weddings and – with these children in a Liverpool primary school – books.

The last one is a surprise.

Back in 1968, Harold Williamson paid a visit to primary school kids in Liverpool to talk about their favourite books and reading habits. pic.twitter.com/uaiF4MeCwk

— BBC Archive (@BBCArchive) September 4, 2023

It just shows that anything can inspire a love of reading. Tweeters took them all to their hearts – but especially First Aid Girl.

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I wonder what happened to them. Especially the girl at the end. https://t.co/n5xvm7x24w

— Steve Doherty (@SteveDoherty1) September 4, 2023

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Kids rule ok. https://t.co/kg8u8ykdKl

— daysofspeed (@daysofspeed) September 4, 2023

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This really is a gem.

— Stuart Kane (@StuartJKane) September 4, 2023

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Dinosaurs, ships and first aid … made my day https://t.co/6dCXMW6M0H

— Chengkai Xie (@ChengkaiX) September 4, 2023

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This is worth watching for a break from the madness https://t.co/pRrOrUQa3S

— anneleen lindsay (@anneleenphoto) September 4, 2023

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Pure joy, loved the girl at the end https://t.co/MSox0b6qh1

— Farzana Chaudry (@farzana_chaudry) September 4, 2023

We’re very happy to report that BBC Radio Merseyside tracked down the little football fan – Lilian McShane née Morton – in 2023, and she shared her story.
You can hear it here.

As a bonus, here’s what 1960s children thought of weddings.

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