10 Boomer Skills Everyone Had in the Past That Kids Today Don’t Have

Handwriting and Cursive - Baby Boomers often learned cursive writing in school, whereas it's less emphasized.

Map Reading - Using paper maps for navigation was a necessary skill before GPS and smartphone maps became prevalent.

Basic Sewing - Repairing clothes or sewing simple items was a common skill, whereas today many rely on ready-made and disposable clothing.

Telephone Etiquette - Answering and making phone calls with proper etiquette was more emphasized when landline phones.

Balancing a Checkbook - Managing personal finances and balancing a checkbook manually was a common skill before digital banking became widespread.

Hand Tools - Using basic hand tools for household repairs or projects was more common before reliance on professional services.

Cooking from Scratch - Baby Boomers often learned basic cooking skills and recipes from scratch, whereas today convenience foods.

Typing - Proficiency in typing on a typewriter or keyboard was a valued skill for many Baby Boomers, whereas touch typing is less emphasized.

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