If you’ve never survived a tornado drill, been force-fed a questionable Jell-O salad, or called it pop (not soda)… this one’s not for you. We’re listing the Midwest kid truths that outsiders will never understand — from gas station pizza being elite to “snow days” that required actual blizzards.

🌽✨ Midwest kids, it’s your time to shine. Let’s see if your childhood made the list — or if we’re gonna have to fight you over ranch dressing.