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10 Fun Facts About Puerto Rico

October 2, 2017 by Frances

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All righty! Who hasn’t heard the song Despacito by Puerto Rican artists Luis Fonsi and Daddy Yankee? I bet you have!  It’s been a worldwide mega hit that has put my little island on the map.

With that being said, I’m pretty excited to share with you 10 fun facts about Puerto Rico.

10 Fun Facts about Puerto Rico | Multicultural Kid Blogs

When you think of Puerto Rico you think of sandy white beaches and blue turquoise water..

1. First fun fact about Puerto Rico we have a beach with black sand!  It’s called Playa Negra. Yes, Black Beach!  The black sand is caused by mixture of sedimentary rocks and the shifting of the tectonic plates that formed the island so many millions of years ago. 

2. Monica Puig is Puerto Rico’s first Olympic Gold Medalist.  Yes, although Puerto Rico is a Commonwealth of the United States, it can still send their athletes to represent us in the Olympics. (Psst: Have you seen these fun-tastic Olympics themed Printable Passports?)

Can't contain my excitement! Wepa boricua! #picapower #boricuapride She was the underdog! Ranking 33 in the finals….and she just won a gold medal for Puerto Rico! ?????????????????????? . . . . . . . . #mkbkids #puertorico #goldmedal #boricua #wepa #monicapuig #ganamoslamedalladeoro #firstgoldmedalpuertorico #proud #picapower

A post shared by Frances|Latina Blogger|Writer (@discoveringtheworld.frances) on Aug 13, 2016 at 5:44pm PDT

3.  Unlike the United States where English is the de facto language, Puerto Rico has two official languages Spanish and English.  People born in Puerto Rico are also U.S. citizens.  However, Puerto Ricans can’t vote for the President of the United States.

In less than 3 hours Puerto Rico ?? will play against the United States ?? in the World ? Baseball ⚾️ Classic 2017' . . This is the F-I-N-A-L-S mi gente! . ???????? The U.S. and undefeated P.R. will both be looking to win their first Classic title! . . My heart is torn but I will be rooting for the #bleachboys #teamrubio as many #boricuas across the world will be doing tonight as well. ???????? . This will be a show stopper, heart racing, and emotional game! . . Wepa! ¡Viva Puerto Rico! Soy Boricua ?? aunque naciera en la luna! ? . . #wbc2017 #yosoyboricua #losnuestros

A post shared by Frances|Latina Blogger|Writer (@discoveringtheworld.frances) on Mar 22, 2017 at 3:44pm PDT

4. The largest telescope in the world is located in Puerto Rico. It is used to look at asteroids in space, and determine if ever any get too close to the Earth’s surface.

Ground control to major Tom #arecibotelescope #childhooddream

A post shared by Matt Valoatto (@mvaloatto) on Aug 31, 2014 at 4:03pm PDT

5.   Puerto Rico has a line-up of life-like bronze statues that are aligned across the Capitol building: Walkway of the Presidents.  The Walkway of the Presidents is a homage to all of the presidents that have ever visited Puerto Rico.

The Walkway of US Presidents that have visited Puerto Rico since its citizens became recognized as US citizens in 1917 #paseodelospresidentes?? #sanjuan #history #capitalcity #vacation #puertorico #Berniewasheretodaytoo?

A post shared by tonyaarchie (@nacaegabbadah1447) on May 16, 2016 at 4:29pm PDT

6.  You can explore 100’s of caves in Las Cavernas de Camuy . It is the 3rd largest underground cave system in the world and the Rio Camuy runs through it. It is also home to 13 species of bats, and hundreds of other insect, arachnid and frog species.

Some shots from in and around the caves #cavernasdecamuy #cavehiking

A post shared by Pablo Iván McConnie-Saad (@pabloivan215) on Aug 5, 2017 at 2:35pm PDT

7. Americans do not need a passport to visit Puerto Rico.  This beautiful island is part of the United States and as such a commonwealth.  There’s no passport or visa requirement for U.S. citizens.  Basically traveling to Puerto Rico is considered a domestic flight.

Our US Passports arrived today!!! #uspassport

A post shared by Vivathana Phaphouampheng (@viva_mouse4life) on Jan 31, 2017 at 12:35am PST

8.  El coquí is a tiny tree frog named after the loud sound that it makes; it is also the “unofficial mascot” of Puerto Rico. Check out these children’s book about Puerto Rico’s beloved coquí: here, here and here.

Puerto Rico: Beautiful sounds of our island ??? * El Coquí will SING again * Coquí is the common name for several species of small frogs in the Eleutherodactylus genus that are native to Puerto Rico. They are onomatopoeically named for the very loud mating call which the males of two species, the common coquí and the mountain coquí, make at night. The coquí is one of the most common frogs in Puerto Rico with more than 16 different species found within its territory, including 13 in the El Yunque National Forest. ~Wikipedia

A post shared by Lornalitz Baez (@lornalitz) on Sep 24, 2017 at 12:12am PDT

9.  Puerto Rico is home to the one of the most important archaeological site in the Caribbean of the Igneri, pre-Taíno and Taíno cultures of ancient Puerto Rico at the Tibes Indian Ceremonial Center. You can explore more about the Taíno petroglyph here.

During our stay in Puerto Rico we were super excited to visit the Tibes Indian Ceremonial Center in Ponce. We had been learning and studying about the Taínos and to actually walk through the bateys, plazas and see an actual petroglyph was the highlight of our trip! The Tibes Indian Ceremonial Center is the most important archaeological site in the Caribbean of the Igneri, pre-Taíno and Taíno cultures of ancient Puerto Rico. #mkbkids #puertorico #ponce #taino #igneri

A post shared by Frances|Latina Blogger|Writer (@discoveringtheworld.frances) on Jan 30, 2016 at 6:20pm PST

10. The piña colada is the official drink of Puerto Rico.  Get your kid-friendly piña colada recipe here. You can read more about Puerto Rican Food and Culture here.

*English version below* ¡La piña colada es la bebida perfecta para estos días calurosos! ¿Sueñas con estar en la playa? Bueno, imagínate en la playa bajo la sombra de una palma con una copa de ésta refrescante y deliciosa bebida. Si no estás en la playa nada cuesta con soñar ¿no? Jajajajaja Receta disponible en el blog. Ve a mi perfil bajo "Instagram Featured Post" para obtenerla. ¿Cuál es tu bebida favorita para el verano?  Déjame saber en los comentarios y comparte tu foto usando el hashtag #SoyMamaLatina Piña colada is the perfect beverage for these hot days! Do you dream of being at the beach? Now imagine you're at the beach relaxing under the shade of a palm tree with a glass of this refreshing and delish drink.  If you're not at the beach right now, it won't hurt to dream right? Hahahahaha Recipe on the blog. Click on the link on my profile under "Instagram Featured Post." What's your favorite summer drink or beverage? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . #piñacolada #summerdrink  #verano #summer  #foodphotography #foodlife #nomnom #delish #instafood #instaeat #instayummy #eat #yum #delicious #delicioso #riquisimo #bebidarica #buenprovecho #latinamom #latinablogger #kbnmoms #momsoninstagram #kidbloggerofig  #mamasblogueras #puertorico #MKBkids

A post shared by Frances|Latina Blogger|Writer (@discoveringtheworld.frances) on Jun 23, 2017 at 8:29am PDT

If you’d like to learn more about Puerto Rico’s landmarks snag your free printable here.

As I am finalizing this post, I can’t help but get emotional. I am on the verge of tears. On September 20, 2017  Puerto Rico was struck by Hurricane Maria.  Hurricane Maria has become Puerto Rico’s strongest storm in 85 years  I’m not sure if any of the landmarks that I write about in this post are still there.

However, I can say that the resilience and strength of Puerto Ricans is present,  and amidst the chaos ensued by this hurricane we will continue to smile and rebuild our beautiful island.

If you find it in your heart to help Puerto Rico here’s how you can help.

 

Hispanic Heritage Month Series 2017 | Multicultural Kid BlogsWe are so excited for our sixth annual Hispanic Heritage Month series and giveaway! Through the month (September 15 – October 15), you’ll find great resources to share Hispanic Heritage with kids, plus you can enter to win in our great giveaway and link up your own posts on Hispanic Heritage!

September 15
Embracing Diversity on Multicultural Kid Blogs: 10 Fun Facts About Dominican Republic

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September 19
Hispanic Mama: Fun Ways to Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month with Your Children

September 20
Inspired by Family: 16 Great Children’s Books About South America

September 21
Spanish Mama: Folk Songs in Spanish

September 25
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September 26
All Done Monkey: 60+ Hispanic Heritage Month Recipes to Try with Kids

September 27
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September 28
Kid World Citizen: 35+ Best Resources and Activities to Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month

September 29
Pura Vida Moms on Multicultural Kid Blogs: Costa Rican Food – 9 Favorite Recipes

October 2
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October 5
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October 6
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Don’t miss all of the great posts from previous years as well: 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016

Hispanic Heritage Month Giveaway!

Giveaway begins September 15 and goes through October 15, 2017. Enter below for a chance to win one of these amazing prize packages! Some prizes have shipping restrictions. In the event that a winner lives outside the designated shipping area, that prize will then become part of the following prize package. For more information, read our full giveaway rules.

Hispanic Heritage Month Series and Giveaway 2017 Grand Prize | Multicultural Kid Blogs

Grand Prize

From Mariana Iranzi: A digital copy of her new CD Primavera
From Cathy Fink & Marcy Marxer: A print copy of Cántale a tu bebé with music download – US Shipping Only
From 123 Andrés: A copy of the CD Arriba Abajo (digital copy if outside the US)
From Spanish Playground: Set of books, crafts, and toys from Latin America – US Shipping Only
From Carole P. Roman: Set of If You Were Me and Lived In… books on Mexico, Brazil, Cuba, Peru, Portugal, and the Mayan Empire – US Shipping Only
From Mister G: A copy of the new CD Mundo Verde/Green World (digital copy if outside the US)
From World Music with Daria: Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Musical Craft and Coloring E-Book
From Gus on the Go: Spanish Alphabet Print (US Shipping Only) & single-use promo code for Spanish for kids language app
From Lectura Para Niños: A set of printable little readers, one for each letter of the Spanish alphabet. Designed to last the entire school year, with one new book each week plus several review weeks included throughout the set

Hispanic Heritage Month Series and Giveaway 2017 | Multicultural Kid Blogs

1st Prize

From Mariana Iranzi: A digital copy of her new CD Primavera
From Cathy Fink & Marcy Marxer: A print copy of Cántale a tu bebé with music download – US Shipping Only
From 123 Andrés: A copy of the CD Arriba Abajo (digital copy if outside the US)
From Spanish Playground: Set of books, crafts, and toys from Latin America – US Shipping Only
From Carole P. Roman: Set of If You Were Me and Lived In… books on Mexico, Brazil, Cuba, Peru, Portugal, and the Mayan Empire – US Shipping Only
From Mister G: A copy of the new CD Mundo Verde/Green World (digital copy if outside the US)
From World Music with Daria: Set of maracas and a Spanish fan – US Shipping Only
From Gus on the Go: Spanish Alphabet Print (US Shipping Only) & single-use promo code for Spanish for kids language app

Hispanic Heritage Month Series and Giveaway 2017 2nd Prize | Multicultural Kid Blogs

2nd Prize

From Cathy Fink & Marcy Marxer: A print copy of Cántale a tu bebé with music download – US Shipping Only
From 123 Andrés: A copy of the CD Uno, Dos, Tres, Andrés! (digital copy if outside the US)
From Spanish Playground: Set of books, crafts, and toys from Latin America – US Shipping Only
From Carole P. Roman: Set of If You Were Me and Lived In… books on Mexico, Brazil, Cuba, Peru, Portugal, and the Mayan Empire – US Shipping Only
From Mister G: A copy of the new CD Mundo Verde/Green World (digital copy if outside the US)
From Lee and Low Books: Martí’s Song for Freedom/Martí y sus versos por la libertad; Rainbow Weaver/Tejedora del arcoíris; Mamá the Alien/Mamá la extraterreste; Marisol McDonald and the Monster/Marisol McDonald y el monstruo – US Shipping Only

Hispanic Heritage Month Giveaway 2017 - Third Prize | Multicultural Kid Blogs

 

3rd Prize

From Carole P. Roman: Set of If You Were Me and Lived In… books on Mexico, Brazil, Cuba, Peru, Portugal, and the Mayan Empire – US Shipping Only
From Mister G: A copy of the new CD Mundo Verde/Green World (digital copy if outside the US)
From Sarah Aroeste: A copy of the new Ladino/English bilingual picture book Ora de Despertar/Time to Wake Up – US Shipping Only
From Arte Público Press: Picture books Esteban de Luna, Baby Rescuer! / Esteban de Luna, ¡rescatador de bebés!, The Little Doctor / El doctorcito, Dalia’s Wondrous Hair / El cabello maravilloso de Dalia, Grandma’s Chocolate / El chocolate de Abuelita, I Kick the Ball / Pateo el balón, Level Up / Paso de nivel, A Surprise for Teresita / Una sorpresa para Teresita – US Shipping Only

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Bonus Prizes

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Frances Díaz Evans is a Latina Author, Educator, Multicultural and Language Advocate. She holds a bachelor's degree in business administration from the University of the East in Puerto Rico and a master's degree in Spanish education from the College of Charleston in Charleston, South Carolina. She is the founder and writer of the multicultural, bilingual parenting website, Discovering the World Through My Son's Eyes and Discovering Español (Discovering Spanish), a business dedicated to teaching Spanish online. She can be found musing on her blog, Facebook and her favorite social media platform Instagram.
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  1. Shauna says

    October 3, 2017 at 2:26 am

    Thank you beautiful well informed post ♥

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    October 13, 2017 at 10:00 pm

    […] Discuss the destruction of Hurricane Maria in Puerto Rico and how people are helping/we can help. Help your students get to know the culture and history of this island. Here is one resource: Facts about Puerto Rico […]

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