Children's activities
Young children were commonly educated, so for an actitivty, one would practice their writing and spelling on slate boards.. They would also read children's books and construct puzzles.
A woman and her child sewing together
Sewing was an important part of a womans life. It was part of a young girls education process to learn how to sew. In her spare time, a young girl would enjoy the actitivty of sewing and practice to get better. They would sit by themselves or with a group of friends and sew clothes for people and doll clothes.
Boys playing with roling hoops.
Since leisure time was very abundant and toys were cheap and easily available, many children would spend their time playing with board games and cards. They also played rolling hoops, ninepins, and walked on stilts.