Flag of the Solomon Islands facts for kids
The flag of the Solomon Islands is a special symbol for the country. It was first used in 1977, the year before the Solomon Islands became an independent nation.
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What the Flag Looks Like
The flag of the Solomon Islands has a bright design. It has a thin, yellow stripe that goes across it. This stripe starts from the bottom left corner and goes up to the top right corner.
- The part of the flag above the yellow stripe is blue. In this blue section, there are five white five-pointed stars. These stars are placed in a pattern that looks like the letter "X".
- The part of the flag below the yellow stripe is green.
What the Colors and Stars Mean
Each color and the stars on the flag have a special meaning for the people of the Solomon Islands.
Blue Color
The blue color on the flag stands for the Pacific Ocean. The Solomon Islands are made up of many islands, and the ocean is very important to their way of life. It provides food and connects the islands.
Green Color
The green color represents the land and its natural resources. The Solomon Islands have lots of green forests and rich land. This green shows the country's farming and the beauty of its nature.
Yellow Stripe
The yellow stripe on the flag stands for the sunshine. The Solomon Islands are close to the equator, so they get a lot of bright sunshine all year round.
Five Stars
The five white stars on the flag represent the five main island groups of the Solomon Islands. They show that all the different islands are united as one country.
History of the Flag
The flag was chosen in 1977, just before the Solomon Islands gained their independence from Britain in 1978. It was designed to represent the country's unique geography and culture.
Images for kids
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Solomons flag at left
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See also
In Spanish: Bandera de las Islas Salomón para niños
