Want to learn about Madagascar? 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 Madagascar
| Capital | Antananarivo |
|---|---|
| Continent | Africa |
| Population | 29,000,000 |
| Languages | French, Malagasy |
| Currency | Malagasy ariary |
| National symbol | Ring-tailed Lemur |
| Famous food | Romazava |
In Madagascar, people often speak French, Malagasy. A friendly way to say hello is "Salama". 👋
Fun facts about Madagascar for kids
- Madagascar is the fourth largest island in the world!
- Over 90% of its wildlife is found nowhere else on Earth, including all wild lemurs!
- The country has giant Baobab trees that look like they are planted upside down!
- Famadihana is a unique tradition where families dance with the wrapped remains of their ancestors.
- Malagasy people eat more rice per person than almost any other country.
Famous places in Madagascar
- Avenue of the Baobabs
- Tsingy de Bemaraha
- Isalo National Park
Nature and symbols of Madagascar
- Ring-tailed Lemur
- National sport: Rugby
Going to Madagascar 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: "Salama".
- Find Antananarivo, 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 Romazava at home, then compare it on the trip.
- Pick one famous place to look out for, like Avenue of the Baobabs.
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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