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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…

EXPLORE YOUR WORLD

Space

Facts about the Moon!

Ready for a night time adventure? Then 3, 2, 1… Liftoff!
Space

Neil Armstrong facts!

Check out our ten top facts about Neil Armstrong…
General History

The life of Anne Frank

Learn all about Anne Frank and her world-famous diary…
  • QUIZ

    What is the largest species of bird?
General History

Mary Anning facts

Discover the fossil hunter whose discoveries changed the world…
Nature

11-year-old campaigns for Mary Anning statue

Evie wants to see her palaeontology hero recognised…

Did you know?

Some experts think individual honeybees have different personalities.

More about honeybees
General Science

Human digestive system

You eat a meal. And then a bit later… you do a poo! But what happens in between?
General Animals

10 leopard facts!

Find out all about leopards!
General Animals

Extinct Animals…

Meet some very special species whose existence came to a tragic end…
Monarchy

Queen Victoria’s children

Learn about the sons and daughters of Queen Victoria and Prince Albert…
General Animals

10 lion facts!

It’s time for the lowdown on these fierce felines…
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