Want to learn about Finland? 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 Finland
| Capital | Helsinki |
|---|---|
| Continent | Europe |
| Population | 5,500,000 |
| Languages | Finnish, Swedish |
| Currency | Euro |
| National symbol | Brown Bear |
| Famous food | Ruisleipä |
In Finland, people often speak Finnish, Swedish. A friendly way to say hello is "Hei". 👋
Fun facts about Finland for kids
- Finland has over 180,000 lakes and is often called 'The Land of a Thousand Lakes'!
- It is the official home of Santa Claus, who lives in Lapland!
- Finland has more saunas than it has cars!
- Sisu is a Finnish word meaning bravery and resilience in the face of challenges.
- Midnight Sun means the sun never sets for several weeks in summer!
Famous places in Finland
- Suomenlinna
- Helsinki Cathedral
- Santa Claus Village
Nature and symbols of Finland
- Brown Bear
- National sport: Ice Hockey
Going to Finland 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: "Hei".
- Find Helsinki, 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 Ruisleipä at home, then compare it on the trip.
- Pick one famous place to look out for, like Suomenlinna.
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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