North America · Country briefing

United States

A child-friendly mission briefing for 20 November — capital, climate, school day, languages, fun facts, native animals, and five questions to ask the class on the other side of the world.

Capital
Washington, D.C.
Population
~333 million
Time zone
America/New York (UTC -5)
Currency
US dollar (USD)

United States, with Washington, D.C. marked

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Climate in November: Hugely variable; snowy in parts of the north, mild in the south.

The capital

Washington, D.C.

Photo · Wikimedia Commons

Fun facts

What makes United States a bit special.

Tap any card to open a class-ready mini-lesson — for the teacher to walk through, or an older child to read aloud.

Native animals

Wildlife your partner class might know best.

Tap any animal to open a class-ready lesson about it.

School life

In a United States classroom

US schools vary widely — public, private, charter, magnet. Most start the day with a pledge or a quiet moment.

Typical school day: Often 08:00–15:00, with one lunch break and recess in primary.

School year: August/September to May/June.

Greetings to learn

Say hello like a local

Hi!
English
¡Hola!
Spanish · OH-la

Five questions to ask

Conversation starters

01What state are you in?
02What's your favourite school subject?
03What do you eat at lunch?
04What sports do you play?
05What's something your community is known for?

What not to assume

Friendly cautions

ℹThe US has 50 states with different climates, cultures, and school systems.
ℹThanksgiving is in late November; some classes will be on break.

Culture

Food, music, sport, festivals.

Tap any chip to open a class-ready lesson — what it is, why it matters, fun facts.

Reflection prompts

“How would a 50-state country compare to your country?”
“What is the most surprising thing you learned about a class in another country?”

Could your class meet United States?

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