
18 Things Every ’80s Kid Had in Their Backpack
Backpacks in the 1980s were packed with items that reflected school life, pop culture, and the tech of the time.
Backpacks in the 1980s were packed with items that reflected school life, pop culture, and the tech of the time.
Before smartphones took over, kids found endless joy and adventure in simple, screen-free activities that sparked imagination, friendship, and real-world fun.
Toys are made to bring joy, but some have secretly crossed the line into spying on families. With hidden microphones, cameras, or data tracking, certain children's toys turned into tools for collecting private information. Many parents didn’t know their homes were being watched through devices meant for fun.
These were the school supplies that every ’90s kid either had, wanted, or begged for.
These kids’ meals were why many of us looked forward to fast food more than the food itself.
Saturday mornings used to be a magical time for kids glued to the TV. Entire blocks of cartoons filled the airwaves, each with its own theme and lineup. Over the years, many of these blocks vanished, and most people don’t even remember them.