Parent Guide > Fast Food in Ancient Rome

This week in class, we’re reading "Fast Food in Ancient Rome" by Tracy Vonder Brink.

In "Fast Food in Ancient Rome," Tracy Vonder Brink explains how recent archeological discoveries show there were fast food restaurants in Ancient Rome.

Ways to support your child:

• Ask your child about this informational text at home:
  • What was "Fast Food in Ancient Rome" about?
• Watch the following clips with your child at home:
  • 'How They Did it – Fast Food in Ancient Rome DOCUMENTARY'
  • 'Archaeologists uncover ancient street food shop in Pompeii'
  • 'Uncover Life in Pompeii | Nat Geo Kids Archaeology Playlist'