Want to learn about American Samoa? Here are the flag, the capital city, the animals, the food, and some amazing facts — all explained in a fun way for kids.
Quick facts about American Samoa
| Capital | Pago Pago |
|---|---|
| Continent | Oceania |
| Population | 45,000 |
| Languages | English, Samoan |
| Currency | United States dollar |
| National symbol | Samoan Flying Fox |
| Famous food | Palusami |
In American Samoa, people often speak English, Samoan. A friendly way to say hello is "Talofa". 👋
Fun facts about American Samoa for kids
- The ONLY US National Park in the South Pacific!
- Highest rate of US Army enlistment.
- Fly to the future! You are near the Date Line.
- Fa'asamoa is the traditional way.
- Traditional tattoos (Pe'a) are sacred.
Famous places in American Samoa
- Mount Alava
- Two Dollar Beach
- Fogama'a Crater
Nature and symbols of American Samoa
- Samoan Flying Fox
- National sport: American Football
Going to American Samoa with kids?
A few small things to do together before you go turn the trip into an adventure your child already understands:
- Practise saying hello the local way: "Talofa".
- Find Pago Pago, the capital, on a map or globe together.
- Learn to spot the flag 🇦🇸 so your child can find it when you land.
- Try a taste of Palusami at home, then compare it on the trip.
- Pick one famous place to look out for, like Mount Alava.
Print a passport stamp
Print this page, cut out the stamp and stick it in a notebook passport. Great for a trip, a school project, or a country-of-the-week at home or in class. Teaching a whole class? Use the free classroom passport.
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