Roman Daily Life

Roman Daily Life Daily life in Ancient Rome often began with a light breakfast. Bread and water (or wine) was served at home, or a type of pancake. Sometimes they ate meat, fish, and fruit but not each day.

Men and boys wore togas and later they wore tunics, which were slightly larger than the shirts they wear today. Women and girls also wore tunics. Their tunics were longer and they tied them at their waist.

Many girls stayed home with their mothers to take care of their homes but some girls went to school with the boys. The schools were often only one room and looked like a small Roman shop, like a bakery. Schoolmasters (or teachers) were often strict. Education was very serious in these schoolhouses. Students studied many of the same subjects learned in school today.

In school, Maths was difficult, as there were six Roman letters (I, V, X, L, C, and M) for all numbers. Students also learned how to speak, how to write, how to tell time, how to use, and count money.

Adapted from History for Kids website