Kids

10 Things You Could Do at the Mall That Kids Can’t Today

10 Things You Could Do at the Mall That Kids Can’t Today

From arcade battles to spontaneous mall adventures, discover 10 nostalgic things kids once did at the mall that have disappeared in today’s screen-driven world.

17 Rainy Day Activities from the ’80s That Kept You Busy

17 Rainy Day Activities from the ’80s That Kept You Busy

Back in the 1980s, kids didn’t have smartphones or tablets to pass the time when it rained. Creativity, imagination, and a few simple tools were all it took to turn a gloomy day into something magical.

17 Paper Routes and Other Jobs Kids Used to Have

17 Paper Routes and Other Jobs Kids Used to Have

From delivering newspapers to selling lemonade, kids once mastered a variety of hands-on jobs that not only taught valuable life skills but also sparked entrepreneurial spirit in every neighborhood!

11 Kids’ Shoes Everyone Wanted Because of the Commercials

11 Kids’ Shoes Everyone Wanted Because of the Commercials

Sometimes, all it took was a catchy jingle or a wild TV ad to make a pair of shoes the most wanted item at school. In the ‘80s, ‘90s, and early 2000s, kids’ shoe commercials turned ordinary sneakers into must-have magic.

14 Toys That Were Everywhere — and Then Suddenly Gone

14 Toys That Were Everywhere — and Then Suddenly Gone

Some toys took over the world—or at least the schoolyard only to disappear as fast as they came. Whether they were banned, broke too easily, or just got replaced by the next big thing, these once-loved playthings vanished in a flash. However, for a little while, they were everything.

17 School Supplies Every ’80s Kid Had in Their Backpack

17 School Supplies Every ’80s Kid Had in Their Backpack

This list highlights 17 school supplies that were commonly found in the backpacks of children in the 1980s.