A simple guide for children to learn about capital cities and how to read a world map.
Capital cities are special places in a country. They are often where the government's main buildings are located, like offices for the president or prime minister and important meetings take place. For example, Washington, D.C. is the capital of the United States, while London is the capital of the United Kingdom.
When you look at a world map, you can see all the countries in different colors. Each country has its own capital city. Sometimes, maps show capital cities with a star or a dot. For example, if you look at a map of Canada, you will find Ottawa marked as its capital.
Capital cities are important because they are often the center of culture, history, and politics in a country. People go there to learn about their country's history and government, and many big events happen in these cities.
You can learn more about capital cities by looking at maps or using a globe. You can also try to memorize the capitals of different countries as a fun challenge! Maybe you can make a game out of it or share what you learn with friends!