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
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SNOW LEOPARDS COMING TO CHESTER ZOO!
Get ready to get up close with these majestic, mysterious predators for the first time!
Did you know?
An blue whale's heart is the size of a small car.
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15 top William Shakespeare facts!
Learn all about William Shakespeare, the world-famous playwright and poet…
Broccoli that tastes like brownies!
Scientists have created a sweet solution for those of us who aren’t keen on eating our greens…
Canada facts
Majestic mountains, frozen glaciers, beautiful cities and incredible wildlife…discover our fantastic fact about Canada!
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Celebrating 170 years of the Met Office
The UK’s national weather service has been helping us plan for rain and shine since 1854!
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!
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Chester Zoo’s Big Snow Leopard Quiz!
Test your knowledge of these majestic, mysterious predators with this fun quiz!
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COSTA RICA: Guardian of the Future!
This colourful Central American country might be tiny, but it’s a global leader in conservation!
Dakotaraptor: Scientists unearth giant winged raptor!
Could the huge predator really have challenged the T. rex?
Dare To Explore with Paul Rose!
Explorer Paul Rose tells us all about his awesome Arctic adventures, and how he came to do this super cool job!
Dinosaur Interview with Steve Brusatte!
We catch up with dino-expert Steve Brusatte to learn about our prehistoric world!
Dr Jane Goodall interview!
Find out more about this amazing primatologist who has changed the way we see our closest animal cousins…
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Enter Chester Zoo’s Poster Competition now!
Chester Zoo’s awesome Snow Leopard poster competition closes 10th Feb! Don’t forget to enter…
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ENTER THE YOUNG WILDLIFE PHOTOGRAPHER OF THE YEAR COMPETITION!
Love taking photos? Enjoy getting outdoors and seeing wildlife up close? Look no further…
