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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 Earth

Learn all about our amazing planet…
Nature

Five Top Conservation Tips!

How can you help save our planet?
Physical Geography

Nile river facts

Discover this incredible natural wonder and invaluable source of life…
  • QUIZ

    Which of these countries is not an island?
Space

Satellites set to track animals from space!

Scientists want to understand more about migratory animals…

Did you know?

The peregrine falcon can reach speeds of 389 kilometres per hour.

More about Animals
Nature

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

Night and dark with Dr Karl…
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…
Nature

Science with Dr Karl: A wee fact about asparagus!

Asparagus and wee with Dr Karl…
General Science

Science with Dr Karl: Extraordinary X-rays

X-rays are under the microscope with Dr Karl…
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