Want to learn about Puerto Rico? 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 Puerto Rico
| Capital | San Juan |
|---|---|
| Continent | Americas |
| Population | 3,200,000 |
| Languages | English, Spanish |
| Currency | United States dollar |
| National symbol | Coquí (Frog) |
| Famous food | Mofongo |
In Puerto Rico, people often speak English, Spanish. A friendly way to say hello is "Hola". 👋
Fun facts about Puerto Rico for kids
- Puerto Rico is home to El Yunque, the only tropical rainforest in the US National Forest System!
- The island is famous for the Coquí, a tiny tree frog that sings a loud, beautiful chirp at night!
- It has one of the brightest bioluminescent bays in the world, where the water glows blue in the dark!
- Salsa and Reggaeton music have deep roots here and are essential parts of all celebrations.
- The traditional dish Mofongo is made with mashed fried green plantains and garlic.
Famous places in Puerto Rico
- El Morro
- El Yunque National Forest
- Mosquito Bioluminescent Bay
Nature and symbols of Puerto Rico
- Coquí (Frog)
- National sport: Baseball
Going to Puerto Rico 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 San Juan, 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 Mofongo at home, then compare it on the trip.
- Pick one famous place to look out for, like El Morro.
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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