Want to learn about Panama? 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 Panama
| Capital | Panama City |
|---|---|
| Continent | Americas |
| Population | 4,400,000 |
| Languages | Spanish |
| Currency | Panamanian balboa |
| National symbol | Harpy Eagle |
| Famous food | Sancocho |
In Panama, people often speak Spanish. A friendly way to say hello is "Hola". 👋
Fun facts about Panama for kids
- Panama is the only place in the world where you can see the sun rise on the Pacific and set on the Atlantic!
- The Panama Canal was an engineering miracle that united two huge oceans!
- Because of its geography between two continents, it has incredibly diverse jungle wildlife!
- The Pollera is a stunning and very expensive traditional dress embroidered with intricate colors.
- A large part of the global shipping industry depends on Panama's geography.
Famous places in Panama
- Panama Canal
- Casco Viejo
- Bocas del Toro
Nature and symbols of Panama
- Harpy Eagle
- National sport: Baseball
Going to Panama 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: "Hola".
- Find Panama City, 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 Sancocho at home, then compare it on the trip.
- Pick one famous place to look out for, like Panama Canal.
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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