Boys' Own facts for kids

This is Boy's Own Magazine, first published in the UK in 1855. It was a very important magazine for boys for many years.

Boys' Own is the name for a group of different magazines, story papers, and newsletters. These publications were made for boys aged 12-15. They were published in the United Kingdom and the United States from the mid-1800s to the mid-1900s. Many different companies published them over time, but they all shared a similar name.

What Was Inside Boys' Own Magazines?

These magazines were packed with exciting stories and articles that boys loved. They aimed to entertain and teach young readers.

Adventure Stories and Fiction

A big part of Boys' Own magazines was thrilling fiction. Boys could read many types of stories, including:

• Adventure tales: Stories about brave heroes exploring new places or facing challenges.
• Detective fiction: Mysteries where clever characters solved crimes.
• Western fiction: Exciting stories set in the American Old West.
• Science fiction: Imaginative tales about future technology or space.

Real-Life Articles and How-To Guides

Besides fiction, the magazines also had articles about real events and useful skills.

• Nonfiction stories: True accounts of adventures or interesting facts.
• How-to guides: Instructions on how to build things or learn new hobbies.
• Scouting activities: Articles similar to what you might learn in a Boy Scout group, like outdoor skills.

Sports and School Life

Boys' Own magazines also covered topics popular with young boys.

• Sports: Articles about different sports, famous athletes, or how to play games.
• School life: Stories and features about what it was like to go to school.

These magazines were a popular way for boys to read exciting stories and learn new things for many decades.