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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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Nature

What is COP26?

Learn more about this super important climate event…
General Animals

10 great gorilla facts!

Discover these incredible, gentle giants of the forest…
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Countries

Seasons in the city

Find out what different seasons look like in cities around the world in this stunning illustrated book!
  • QUIZ

    Who is the longest-reigning British monarch?
General Animals

Rhino facts!

These animals are big, bulky and absolutely brilliant!
General History

Amazing Paralympic athletes!

These sporting superstars are at the top of their game…

Did you know?

Pandas can chomp through over 12kg of bamboo every day.

General Geography

What is
palm oil?

Learn about this common ingredient and why it can spell bad news for wildlife…
General Animals

10 wacky walrus facts!

Discover these massive marine mammals of the Arctic…
General History

International Women’s Day

Check out our round-up of inspiring female figures from history…
General Animals

10 facts about wombats!

Check out these cute, clever creatures…
General History

Awesome Anglo-Saxon facts!

Check out these cool facts about the fierce Anglo-Saxons…
General Geography

Science with Dr Karl: digging a hole through Earth

Dr Karl imagines digging a hole through Earth to the other side of the world
General Science

Science with Dr Karl: Extraordinary X-rays

X-rays are under the microscope with Dr Karl…
Nature

Science with Dr Karl: How do birds flock?

Dr Karl explores how birds flock
Nature

Science with Dr Karl: How much does a cloud weigh?

Dr Karl investigates how much a cloud weighs
General Science

Science with Dr Karl: How planes fly!

Dr Karl explore how planes fly
Nature

Science with Dr Karl: I can see a rainbow!

Dr Karl explores the magic of a rainbow
Nature

Science with Dr Karl: Immortal Jellyfish!

Can these creatures live forever?!
Nature

Science with Dr Karl: In the eye of a fly!

Looking into a fly’s eyes with Dr Karl…
Nature

Science with Dr Karl: Mighty pythons!

All about pythons with Dr Karl…
General Science

Science with Dr Karl: What is a sinkhole?

Dr Karl digs deep into sinkhole science
Nature

Science with Dr Karl: Why is it dark at night?

Night and dark with Dr Karl…
Birds

Scientists discover birdie tap dance that’s invisible to the naked eye

The behaviour was picked up by slow-motion cameras
General Animals

Scientists invent device that lets dogs talk (yes, really!)

The device could help dogs who care for people with disabilities
General Animals

Scientists still stumped by zebra stripes

What is the meaning of those stripy coats?
General Animals

Scorpion facts!

Learn all about this awesome arachnid!
Sea Life

Seahorse facts!

Grab your snorkels and join us as we get up close to these colourful critters…
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Countries

Seasons in the city

Find out what different seasons look like in cities around the world in this stunning illustrated book!
General Geography

Shrove Tuesday facts

Learn all about this worldwide religious festival…
General History

Skara Brae facts!

Discover one of Britain’s most incredible pre-historic villages…
Countries

South Africa facts!

Discover the wonders of this incredible country!
Space

Space Junk!

20 seriously strange things you’ll find in space…
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