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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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General History

15 facts about the Victorians!

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

10 Facts About Ancient Rome

Discover the glory of Ancient Rome…
General History

10 Winter Olympics facts!

Find out about this hair-raising international event…
  • QUIZ

    Which of these countries is not an island?
Birds

Starling murmuration facts!

Discover some amazing aerial antics…
Birds

Bird lover builds 27,500 swift nest boxes!

Check out this awesome achievement…

Did you know?

Walking uses 200 muscles.

General History

The Great Fire of London Facts

Discover the fierce flames that changed London forever…
Nature

What is COP26?

Learn more about this super important climate event…
General Animals

10 great gorilla facts!

Discover these incredible, gentle giants of the forest…
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Countries

Seasons in the city

Find out what different seasons look like in cities around the world in this stunning illustrated book!
General Animals

Rhino facts!

These animals are big, bulky and absolutely brilliant!
Prehistoric Animals

Meet Some Deadly Dinos!

Join us as we get up-close with some prehistoric beasts!
General History

British Empire facts!

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

The life of Edith Cavell

A pioneering nurse and heroine of World War I…
General Science

Your Amazing Eyes!

Learn all about the human eye…
Monarchy

Queen Victoria’s children

Learn about the sons and daughters of Queen Victoria and Prince Albert…
General Animals

Steve Backshall interview!

NG KiDS catches up with wildlife expert Steve Backshall…
General Animals

Meet Narwhal the ‘unicorn’ puppy

This abandoned pup has an unusual feature on his forehead…
General Animals

Scientists invent device that lets dogs talk (yes, really!)

The device could help dogs who care for people with disabilities
Nature

10 Top Tomato Facts!

How much do you know about this fab fruit?
Nature

Five Top Conservation Tips!

How can you help save our planet?
General Animals

10 brr-illiant reindeer facts!

Get the lowdown on these festive, furry creatures…
Countries

Say goodbye to Big Ben’s bongs!

Britain’s most photographed building will fall silent for four years!
General History

10 ‘Horrible’ Facts about London!

How much do you know about London, England’s capital city?
General Animals

11 cats that totally ruined Christmas!

Meet 11 felines feeling anything but festive…
Physical Geography

What is a bushfire?

Learn about what causes bushfires and how you can help those affected…
General History

Aboriginal Australian Culture!

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

Shrove Tuesday facts

Learn all about this worldwide religious festival…
Egypt

Max in the Land of the Pharaohs!

Join Max the time-travelling mouse in our Mini Histories Comic…
General History

The Amazing Adventures of Charles Sturt

Join us on an epic expedition…
Countries

Fabulous facts about Scotland!

Join us on a bonnie adventure, gang…
Greece

Max on Mount Olympus!

Join Max the time-travelling mouse in our Mini Histories Comic…
General Science

Science with Dr Karl: How planes fly!

Dr Karl explore how planes fly
Space

NASA’s Curiosity Rover spots a ‘mouse’ on Mars!

Are there really rodents on the red planet?
General Science

What is coronavirus?

Learn the facts about coronavirus and what you can do…
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