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