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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…
  • QUIZ

    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?

A flamingo can eat only when its head is upside down.

More about birds
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

10 Chimpanzee Facts

Find out what makes these gorgeous great apes so amazing…
Space

The Phases of the Moon

Why does the Moon ‘change shape’ each night?
Nature

The life cycle of flowering plants

Flower power! Discover how flowering plants reproduce…
Birds

Ostrich facts!

Get the lowdown on the world’s biggest bird!
Monarchy

The life and reign of Queen Elizabeth I

Learn about the life of England’s last Tudor Queen…
Space

Neil Armstrong facts!

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

10 facts about Stephen Hawking

Learn about one of the most influential scientists of our time…
Countries

Italy facts: check out this beautiful country!

Learn all about the land of pizza, pasta and Pisa with our fascinating facts about Italy!
General Science

Your Amazing Brain!

Discover the fascinating world of the human brain!
Countries

Germany Facts

Find out all about the cool country of Germany…
General Animals

10 hopping fun rabbit facts!

Discover more about these adorable small mammals…
Sea Life

Starfish facts!

Find out all about these incredible invertebrates!
Countries

Country Fact File: Peru!

Find out all about the cool country of Peru!
General Animals

Extinct Animals…

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

India facts: discover this incredible country

Learn about the vibrant culture of India…
General Science

Follow your food!

We take a juicy journey through your digestive system!
General Animals

Spotted Hyena Facts!

Find out the fascinating truth about this supposed scavenger with our spotted
Physical Geography

10 brrr-illiant glacier facts!

Join us on an icy adventure…
Space

Universe Facts

Check out 10 top facts about our universe!
Sea Life

Leatherback turtle facts!

Check out our splashing facts about these fab reptiles!
General History

The Life of Mary Seacole

A one-of-a-kind nurse, intrepid traveller and black history heroine…
Sea Life

The Ocean’s Weirdest Creatures!

You’ll meet some seriously strange creatures here…
Sea Life

Loggerhead turtle facts!

How much do you know about these beautiful sea creatures?
Countries

Mexico facts: discover this fascinating country!

Embark on a Mexican adventure…
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