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The 1950's: what comes to mind when you think 

of this era? A white picket fence, a wholesome 

family and a booming economy? Yes, these were 

all fundamental aspects to the decade, but not 

everything was sunshine and roses (as many may 

have believed.) There were underlying factors 

which quickly rose to the surface and altered the 

course of history forever. We will take a short 

journey through a day in the life of two teenagers, 

Linda and Michael, in the year 1956, as they 

uncover a whole new world that exists beyond 

their front door. 

*Per usual, Linda, Michael, and their parents gather 

around the television after dinner*

*On the T.V., a commercial appears, advertising the 

new and exciting establishment of drive-in movie 

theaters and popular diners*

Linda: *Sigh* "It would be such a blast going to the 

diner or drive-in, don't you think, Michael?"

Micheal: "It sure would be, Linda!"

Father: Hey kids, it's Friday, go out and have some fun. 

Here's ten dollars, be back home by 12."

Kids: "Gee, thanks mom and dad!"

Due to the booming economy, there was a significant      

increase in spending money, allowing parents to give 

their children more freedom and social independence. 

*Linda and Michael got into the car and began to 

drive up the street. They came across the local 

diner.*

"Look Michael, there's the diner!" Linda announced.

"Let's go inside!" replied Michael.

Upon arrival into the diner, the two kids were 

greeted with the sound of Elvis Presley's latest hit, 

"Blue Suede Shoes" blaring from the jukebox. The 

two were amazed at how many of their friends they 

came across at the diner. Both of them sat down and 

enjoyed a nice ice cream float, then continued on 

their way.

The local diner was a typical hangout for teens in 

the 1950's. They could come here to meet up with 

friends, get their favorite food, or just to relax and 

listen to the jukebox plays tunes all night.

*Linda and Michael didn't want to go home right after 

leaving the diner.*

Linda: "What do you want to do now?"

Michael: "Hmmm...There are so many options!"

*Linda heard her name being called from behind, and 

she turned around to see her friend Jenny running 

towards them.*

Jenny: "Hey guys! Do you want to see a movie at Los 

Altos Drive in?

Michael and Linda: "That sounds great!"

*Michael drove them all to the drive in where they had a 

great time watching a romantic movie.*

Drive-in theaters became an instant sensation, not just 

in America, but in countries across the globe. 

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