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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…

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Birds

10 facts about emperor penguins

Learn all about these brilliant birds of Antarctica!
General History

10 facts about Christmas!

Learn all about the history and twinkly traditions of the festive season…
Nature

How to save the planet: a kids’ guide!

Check out our top tips for becoming an eco-hero…
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    What is your favourite reptile?
General Animals

10 facts about polar bears!

Discover these brilliant beasts of the Arctic…
General History

Yuval Noah Harari Interview!

We chat to this famous thinker about ancient humans, tech, money, stories and more…

Did you know?

An blue whale's heart is the size of a small car.

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Egypt

Tutankhamun facts!

Discover the secrets of the ancient ‘Boy King’…
General Animals

Hedgehog Facts!

Get the lowdown on one of our planet’s cutest critters with our fascinating hedgehog facts!
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 Animals

10 terrific tiger facts!

Check out these seriously-fierce feline facts!
Insects

10 facts about honey bees!

Find out all about our brilliant bees!
General Animals

Experience life as an animal with virtual-reality headsets!

Float like a butterfly, sting like a bee…be transported into the minds of animals
General Animals

Extinct Animals…

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

Fabulous facts about Scotland!

Join us on a bonnie adventure, gang…
Space

Facts about Mars

How much do you know about the Red Planet?
Space

Facts about the Earth

Learn all about our amazing planet…
Space

Facts about the Moon!

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

Fascinating facts about hieroglyphics!

We uncover this ancient alphabet…
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General Geography

Fascinating facts about the Sámi people

Discover these indigenous people’s traditions, lifestyle and culture!
Space

Female astronaut sets super space records!

US astronaut Peggy Whitson is one cosmic woman…
General Animals

Female wildlife rangers!

Meet the extraordinary women changing the face of conservation…
Nature

Five Top Conservation Tips!

How can you help save our planet?
General Science

Follow your food!

We take a juicy journey through your digestive system!
Countries

France facts

Learn about one of Europe’s most amazing countries!
Countries

Germany Facts

Find out all about the cool country of Germany…
Egypt

Gods and Goddesses of Ancient Egypt!

Meet five supernatural beings from Ancient Egypt!
Sea Life

Green sea turtle facts!

Learn about these seriously super swimmers…
Nature

Hamza Yassin interview!

We caught up with wildlife cameraman Hamza to learn about his cool adventures…
General Animals

Hedgehog Facts!

Get the lowdown on one of our planet’s cutest critters with our fascinating hedgehog facts!
Egypt

How to Make a Mummy!

Discover how the Ancient Egyptians made mummies!
Nature

How to save the planet: a kids’ guide!

Check out our top tips for becoming an eco-hero…
Sea Life

How YOU can help save our marine wildlife!

Will YOU help protect our endangered marine wildlife?
General Science

Human digestive system

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

Humpback Whale Facts!

Get the lowdown on these marine marvels…
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