Grenada explained to kids

Grenada is an island country in the Caribbean Sea. Grenada is located west of Trinidad and Tobago, northeast of Venezuela, and southwest of Saint Lucia. Grenada has a population of about 110,000 people. The capital city of Grenada is St. George's. Grenada is sometimes called the "Island of Spice" because nutmeg and mace are grown there. Grenada is also an important producer of cocoa. The first people to live in Grenada were the Arawak and the Carib. The Arawak were farmers and the Carib were fishermen. Christopher Columbus landed on Grenada in 1498. The French settled on Grenada in 1650. The British took control of Grenada in 1762. Grenada became an independent country in 1974. Grenada is made up of three islands: Grenada, Carriacou, and Petit Martinique. Grenada is the largest island. Carriacou is an island to the north of Grenada. Petit Martinique is an island to the northeast of Grenada. Grenada is volcanic in origin and is surrounded by coral reefs. The highest point in Grenada is Mount Saint Catherine, which is 2,757 feet (839 meters) above sea level. The climate of Grenada is tropical. Grenada has a wet season from June to December and a dry season from January to May. Hurricanes are a threat to Grenada from June to November. The economy of Grenada is based on agriculture, tourism, and manufacturing. Grenada is known for its nutmeg. Grenada is also a producer of cocoa, bananas, and spices. Tourism is an important industry in Grenada. Grenada's beaches and rainforests are popular tourist destinations. Manufacturing is focused on the production of food and beverages, textiles, and chemicals.