The Fun of Making Friends: Instructional Video [circa 1950]
By Brian Smith
Mostly I just think this video is funny, so I include it here as some comic relief.
Having said that, I also think that some of the messages are worth sharing: 1. that our social networks don't just happen, we have to work at them; 2. that our relationships are based on both what we do and what we are; 3. that we need to celebrate each other; 4. that friendships bring a sense of belonging; 5. that "Instructional Videos" made in the 1950s are true gems of modern day learning media.
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