Ukrainians: People of Ukraine!

Ukrainians are people who come from the country of Ukraine! Their own special language is called Ukrainian. Imagine a big family, and Ukrainians are a very big part of that family, living all over the world.

They are one of the biggest groups of people who speak Slavic languages, like a super-large club! Many Ukrainians also share a special kind of Christian faith called Eastern Orthodoxy. It's like having a favorite game that many people enjoy playing together!

Sometimes, people from different places get different names from others. For a long time, people in the land of Ukraine were called 'Ruthenians'. Later, when they lived under different rulers, they were sometimes called 'Little Russians'.

But the name 'Ukrainian' became popular a long time ago, around the time of brave warriors called Cossacks. These Cossacks are super important to Ukrainians today, and you can even see them on their flag and in their song!

Did you know that there are about 46 million Ukrainians all around the world? That's more people than live in many countries combined! They are the second-largest group of people who speak Slavic languages, right after Russians.

Think of it like being the second-tallest person in a very, very tall class. Ukrainians are also known for their strong sense of who they are, and many people who live in Ukraine today call themselves Ukrainians, no matter where their family came from.

Ukrainians have a unique culture and a beautiful language that they are proud of. Their history is full of interesting stories, like the brave Cossacks who defended their land. Today, people who are citizens of Ukraine are also called Ukrainians, and they are building their future together. It’s like everyone in a classroom working together to make their school the best place it can be!