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Welcome to our Discover section! This is where you can discover some of the coolest facts for kids from around our planet. From animals and geography to science, nature and history, there are so many amazing facts for kids just waiting to be discovered by young explorers like you!

Uncover curious creatures from both land and sea, ancient mysteries and civilisations, incredible destinations and natural wonders – prepare to be wowed by our wonderful world.

Ready to explore, gang? Start your voyage of discovery by clicking around below. Beware! You’re about to unearth some pretty awesome stuff. Who knows what you might discover…

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Sea Life

Green sea turtle facts!

Learn about these seriously super swimmers…
Sea Life

10 blue whale facts

Discover these gentle giants of the sea!
General Animals

10 giraffe facts!

Discover ten fascinating facts about giraffes!
  • QUIZ

    Who discovered gravity?
Sea Life

Jellyfish Facts!

Join us as we travel the oceans far and wide with these electric jellyfish facts!
General History

15 facts about the Victorians!

Head back in time to when Britain became the most powerful empire in world history…

Did you know?

A beaver has a set of lips behind its front teeth.

More about animals
Romans

10 Facts About Ancient Rome

Discover the glory of Ancient Rome…
General History

10 Winter Olympics facts!

Find out about this hair-raising international event…
Birds

Starling murmuration facts!

Discover some amazing aerial antics…
Birds

Bird lover builds 27,500 swift nest boxes!

Check out this awesome achievement…
General History

The Great Fire of London Facts

Discover the fierce flames that changed London forever…
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