17 Things Kids Were Not Allowed to Do in the 1960s
While the 1960s are often romanticized as a decade of freedom and rock and roll, the daily lives of children were governed by a surprising amount of discipline.
While the 1960s are often romanticized as a decade of freedom and rock and roll, the daily lives of children were governed by a surprising amount of discipline.
Childhood in the 1960s was defined by a level of independence that seems nearly impossible in the modern age.
While safety standards have since evolved, these vintage habits remain a fascinating window into a decade where "go play outside" was the only instruction a child needed for the day.
This exploration takes a nostalgic look at 15 outdoor adventures, games, and everyday freedoms that defined a 1960s childhood.
This nostalgic look at the games, habits, and simple joys of the 1960s defines what recess truly meant for students of that era.