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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 Geography

What is climate change?

We investigate…
General History

Twenty top Titanic facts

Discover the fate of this infamous ship…
Monarchy

The six wives of King Henry VIII

Divorced, beheaded, died, divorced, beheaded, survived!
  • QUIZ

    What is the largest species of bird?
General Geography

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!
Monarchy

10 fun facts about King Charles III

From speaking Welsh to diving around historic shipwrecks, discover our top ten facts about this ruler…

Did you know?

The South Pole is colder than the North Pole.

General Animals

Two-legged fox spotted
in garden!

We find out more about this amazing animal seen in Derbyshire, England…
Space

Tim Peake interview!

We caught up with awesome astronaut, Tim Peake, about life in space…
General Animals

10 unforgettable elephant facts!

Discover our fave facts about these gentle giants…
Countries

Kenya facts: discover this amazing African country!

Breathtaking views, spectacular wildlife and vibrant culture? Let’s go!
General Animals

10 top cheetah facts!

Join us in a thrilling chase with the fastest land mammal on Earth…
Countries

Argentina facts!

We’re off to South America to find out all about this amazing country!
Countries

Aussie Adventure on Fraser Island!

NG Kids explores Fraser Island in Queensland, Australia!
Countries

Australia facts: get ready for the lowdown Down Under!

Grab your suncream, shades and snorkels – because we’re heading Down Under with these fab facts about Australia!
General Animals

Autumn Animals!

Check out our gallery of beautiful autumn animals!
General History

Awesome Anglo-Saxon facts!

Check out these cool facts about the fierce Anglo-Saxons…
Countries

Azerbaijan facts!

How much do you know about this fascinating country…?
Countries

Bahamas facts!

Learn all about these terrific tropical islands…
Birds

Bird lover builds 27,500 swift nest boxes!

Check out this awesome achievement…
Birds

Birds Bounce Back in the Amazing Azores!

NG KiDS heads to the Azores to meet a unique winged wonder….
Countries

Brazil facts: discover this super-cool country!

From Rio de Janeiro to the Amazon rainforest!
General History

British Empire facts!

Discover the full story behind this important piece of world history…
Countries

Canada facts

Majestic mountains, frozen glaciers, beautiful cities and incredible wildlife…discover our fantastic fact about Canada!
General Science

Charles Darwin and the Mystery of Life!

Find out about Charles Darwin and his theory of evolution.
General Geography

Coral reef facts

Find out fascinating facts about amazing coral reefs…
Countries

Country Fact File: Peru!

Find out all about the cool country of Peru!
Countries

Country Fact File: Tanzania!

Find out all about Tanzania!
Countries

Cuba facts!

Learn all about this colourful country!
Prehistoric Animals

Dakotaraptor: Scientists unearth giant winged raptor!

Could the huge predator really have challenged the T. rex?
General Geography

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!
Egypt

Did Cleopatra really die from a snake bite?

Probably not, according to scientists…
Prehistoric Animals

Dinosaur Interview with Steve Brusatte!

We catch up with dino-expert Steve Brusatte to learn about our prehistoric world!
General Animals

Dr Jane Goodall interview!

Find out more about this amazing primatologist who has changed the way we see our closest animal cousins…
Insects

Dung beetle facts!

Roll away with our fab facts about this bonkers bug!
General Animals

Eurasian Lynx Facts!

Find out ten fast facts about the Eurasian Lynx!
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