Want to learn about Tuvalu? 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 Tuvalu
| Capital | Funafuti |
|---|---|
| Continent | Oceania |
| Population | 11,000 |
| Languages | English, Tuvaluan |
| Currency | Australian dollar |
| National symbol | Maneapa (Meeting House) |
| Famous food | Palusami |
In Tuvalu, people often speak English, Tuvaluan. A friendly way to say hello is "Talofa". 👋
Fun facts about Tuvalu for kids
- Tuvalu is the fourth smallest country in the world, consisting entirely of thin coral atolls!
- It earns a lot of its money by renting out its internet web domain, which happens to be '.tv'!
- The highest point on the entire island nation is only about 15 feet above the ocean!
- Fatele is the traditional dance, where families gather to sing and dance together in communal halls.
- The community meeting house, or Maneapa, is the absolute heart of every village's decision-making.
Famous places in Tuvalu
- Funafuti Conservation Area
- Funafala Islet
- Nanumanga Caves
Nature and symbols of Tuvalu
- Maneapa (Meeting House)
- National sport: Kilikiti (Traditional Cricket)
Going to Tuvalu 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: "Talofa".
- Find Funafuti, 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 Palusami at home, then compare it on the trip.
- Pick one famous place to look out for, like Funafuti Conservation Area.
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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