Discover
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…
EXPLORE YOUR WORLD
Did you know?
Elephant calves suck on their trunks just as human babies suck on their thumbs.
Scientists discover feathered dinosaur tail in amber!
A feathery tail once belonging to a dinosaur has been discovered perfectly preserved…
Satellites set to track animals from space!
Scientists want to understand more about migratory animals…
Birds Bounce Back in the Amazing Azores!
NG KiDS heads to the Azores to meet a unique winged wonder….
Cheeky seal hitches a ride on a kayak!
What do you do if you’re a seal and you fancy a rest, while swimming out at sea? Well, hitch a lift of course!
10 fun facts about King Charles III
From speaking Welsh to diving around historic shipwrecks, discover our top ten facts about this ruler…
Dinosaur Interview with Steve Brusatte!
We catch up with dino-expert Steve Brusatte to learn about our prehistoric world!
Broccoli that tastes like brownies!
Scientists have created a sweet solution for those of us who aren’t keen on eating our greens…
Scientists discover bacteria can “see” like tiny eyeballs!
Scientists have finally explained how bacteria senses light…
Ernie the overweight turtle goes to bootcamp!
SEA LIFE Manchester’s resident sea turtle, Ernie, is on a health kick!
