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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

General Animals

Meet elephant expert Paula Kahumbu!

This elephant ecologist is inspiring her fellow Kenyans to protect wildlife…
Birds

Puffin facts!

We’re off an a sky-high adventure with our feathered friends, puffins!
Countries

30 cool facts about China!

Join us on a journey through this incredible country…
  • QUIZ

    Who discovered gravity?
General Geography

Shrove Tuesday facts

Learn all about this worldwide religious festival…
Greece

10 facts about Ancient Greece

Learn all about this super-cool civilisation!

Did you know?

Being chased or falling off a high place are the two most common dreams.

Greece

The Gods and Goddesses of Ancient Greece!

Meet the gods and goddesses of Ancient Greece!
General History

The life of Rosa Parks

Learn about this remarkable civil rights activist…
General Animals

10 brr-illiant reindeer facts!

Get the lowdown on these festive, furry creatures…
General Science

15 Facts About The Human Body!

Cool things about our bodies…
General History

15 top William Shakespeare facts!

Learn all about William Shakespeare, the world-famous playwright and poet…
General Animals

10 unforgettable elephant facts!

Discover our fave facts about these gentle giants…
General Animals

10 wacky walrus facts!

Discover these massive marine mammals of the Arctic…
General History

10 Winter Olympics facts!

Find out about this hair-raising international event…
General Animals

11 cats that totally ruined Christmas!

Meet 11 felines feeling anything but festive…
Nature

11-year-old campaigns for Mary Anning statue

Evie wants to see her palaeontology hero recognised…
Sea Life

14 facts about stingrays!

Discover the secrets of this fab fish…
General Science

15 Facts About The Human Body!

Cool things about our bodies…
General History

15 facts about the Victorians!

Head back in time to when Britain became the most powerful empire in world history…
Physical Geography

15 fantastic rainforest facts!

Join us on a tropical trip…
Nature

15 fascinating facts about Sir David Attenborough

Check out some fascinating David Attenborough facts, from his very first documentary to his least favourite animal, below…
Monarchy

15 fun facts about Queen Elizabeth II

From inventing a new dog breed to publishing her first Instagram post, discover our favourite facts about this ruler…
General History

15 top William Shakespeare facts!

Learn all about William Shakespeare, the world-famous playwright and poet…
Physical Geography

17 explosive volcano facts!

Check out some fascinating facts about volcanoes!
Insects

25 cool things about bugs!

Scared of creepy crawlies? Let’s see if we can change your mind…
Countries

30 cool facts about China!

Join us on a journey through this incredible country…
Physical Geography

30 freaky facts about the weather!

A storm’s a-brewin’, gang!
Greece

5 terrifying tales from Greek mythology

Meet the mythical monsters from Ancient Greece!
General Science

7 steps to surviving an apocalypse (according to science!)

What would YOU do if the world was ending?
General History

Aboriginal Australian Culture!

Explore Aboriginal Australian Culture, one of the oldest in the world!
Nature

All about Kew’s Millennium Seed Bank!

Head behind the scenes at an epic plant research centre…
General History

Amazing Paralympic athletes!

These sporting superstars are at the top of their game…
Countries

Amazing places to visit this summer!

Check out our list of wild things to do in the UK and Ireland this summer!
Reptiles

Anaconda Facts!

Get ready to discover a super-powerful predator…
General History

APRIL FOOLS’ PRANKS

Celebrate 1 April with these top tricks – and find out some cool facts, too!
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