Burkina Faso explained to kids

Burkina Faso is a landlocked country in West Africa. It is bordered by Mali to the north, Niger to the east, Benin to the southeast, Togo and Ghana to the south, and the Ivory Coast to the southwest. Its capital is Ouagadougou. Burkina Faso is a tropical country with two main seasons: the rainy season (June to September) and the dry season (October to May). The average temperature is 27°C (81°F). The country's name comes from two words in the local language: "burkina", meaning "men of integrity", and "faso", meaning "fatherland". Burkina Faso is one of the poorest countries in the world. Over half of the population lives below the international poverty line of US$1.90 per day. Burkina Faso is a largely agricultural country. The main crops are cotton, rice, maize, sorghum, millet, and peanuts. livestock such as cattle, sheep, and goats are also important. The country has a number of mineral resources, including gold, manganese, and limestone. Burkina Faso is home to a number of different ethnic groups, including the Mossi, Fulani, Bobo, and Lobi. French is the official language, but many other languages are spoken, including Mossi, Fulani, Bobo, and Lobi. Burkina Faso is a member of the United Nations, the African Union, and the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS).