Want to learn about Greenland? 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 Greenland
| Capital | Nuuk |
|---|---|
| Continent | Americas |
| Population | 56,000 |
| Languages | Greenlandic |
| Currency | krone |
| National symbol | Polar Bear |
| Famous food | Suaasat |
In Greenland, people often speak Greenlandic. A friendly way to say hello is "Aluu". 👋
Fun facts about Greenland for kids
- Greenland is the world's largest island that is not a continent!
- 80% of Greenland is covered by a massive ice sheet over a mile thick!
- The Northern Lights (Aurora Borealis) can be seen spectacularly here during winter!
- Inuit culture is at the heart of identity, including dog sledding and kayaking.
- Arctic survival skills are still passed down through generations.
Famous places in Greenland
- Ilulissat Icefjord
- Nuuk Cathedral
- Uunartoq Hot Springs
Nature and symbols of Greenland
- Polar Bear
- National sport: Football
Going to Greenland 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: "Aluu".
- Find Nuuk, 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 Suaasat at home, then compare it on the trip.
- Pick one famous place to look out for, like Ilulissat Icefjord.
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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