They are attracted by the free toy that comes with the children's meal. The restaurants promise to include a toy with the purchase of one of these meals. “One of the most powerful marketing tools used by fast food restaurants is the promise of a toy with the purchase of any children's meal” (Ipatenco). One way to make these meals even more popular is to include famous cartoon characters in children's meals. Children are also attracted to the playgrounds of these restaurants. Fast food seems fun to kids and that's why they are so attracted to it. There is nothing more fun for a child than receiving a free toy during mealtime and then going to play on the playground after eating. On-site televisions that show popular shows and movies are yet another way fast food restaurants enjoy getting kids into their restaurants. One last thing fast food restaurants do that is important to attract kids is offer contests, free samples, and free giveaways. The United States is a fast food nation. Americans rely heavily on fast food every day. The fast food industry statistics speak for themselves. I know it's hard to believe, but there are some people in this world who don't like fast food. These people are trying to stop Americans from eating there. There is nothing that can stop the growing popularity of fast food. Fast food will continue to be one of the most popular things in the United States. Looking back at my article and all the statistics and facts I presented, don't you think that our nation is a fast food nation