1) In the past, students had more freedom to choose their English and reading classes, and studied subjects like phonics, typing, math, reading, writing, social studies, art, music, and physical education. 2) Playground equipment was more limited, so students often played games like marbles, jump rope, soccer, and baseball. Common playground items included teeter-totters, swings, soccer balls, and baseball bats. 3) Libraries had many books but no computers. Classes were sometimes given extra classroom space next to the library as a resource room. Libraries were very quiet with file cabinets to locate books.