It might be hard for today's kids to imagine, but there truly was an era before smartphones existed. So how did they keep themselves amused? How did they survive without nonstop access to hilarious cat videos and clips of people failing at everyday tasks?
Well, as it turns out, they did just fine. Take a look at these nostalgic vintage snapshots of children having a great time before mobile phones came along—you'll see exactly what we mean. Curated by Bored Panda, this collection serves as a gentle reminder that all you truly need for a good time is a spark of creativity. Don't forget to cast your vote for your favorite!
#1 Girl Playing For Her Dog
#2 Children In A Manchester Street Find Their Own Enjoyment With The Aid Of A Rope And A Lamp Post, 1946
#3 Children Playing “Push The Peanut”, King’s Cross Street London, 1938
#4 Best Friends
#5 Girl Dancing In Front Of Her Teddy Bear, Paris, 1961
#6 Two Little Kids Dancing On The Streets Of New York City, 1940s
Helen Levitt
#7 Paul Remos, A Circus Strongman, Hoists His Son Up In The Air Using Only His Right Arm To Feed A Giraffe At The London Zoo, 1950s
#8 Three Boys Are Fishing For Change During The Great Depression, New York, 1930
Popperfoto
#9 Even The Dog Gets A Go On This See-Saw, Northamptonshire
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#10 Kids Playing With Skippy Balls, London
ANP
