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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

Nature

10 ways to love the planet back (a parent special!)

Show nature a little love this Valentine’s…
General History

Awesome Anglo-Saxon facts!

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

British Empire facts!

Discover the full story behind this important piece of world history…
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    What is the largest species of bird?
General History

The life of Nelson Mandela

Discover the world-famous human rights activist who became South Africa’s first black president…
General History

10 facts about Martin Luther King

Learn about the world-famous civil rights campaigner…

Did you know?

The sunset on Mars appears blue.

General History

The Life of Mary Seacole

A one-of-a-kind nurse, intrepid traveller and black history heroine…
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General Science

All about the circular economy

Learn all about how we can be more sustainable!
General Science

What is coronavirus?

Learn the facts about coronavirus and what you can do…
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General Science

The Dopper Changemaker Challenge Junior

FINDING A PLASTIC POLLUTION SOLUTION
General History

Aboriginal Australian Culture!

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

APRIL FOOLS’ PRANKS

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

Guy of Warwick!

Discover the tale of Warwick’s legendary hero…
Nature

What is COP26?

Learn more about this super important climate event…
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General Science

All about the circular economy

Learn all about how we can be more sustainable!
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Nature

COSTA RICA: Guardian of the Future!

This colourful Central American country might be tiny, but it’s a global leader in conservation!
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Countries

Escape to the Azores with Activities Abroad

From lava lands to swimming with dolphins – enjoy an amazing family holiday to the Azores!
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General Science

All about Engineering and Technology

Learn all about how these two disciplines affect our daily lives, and enter a fun engineering photography competition.
General History

Amazing Paralympic athletes!

These sporting superstars are at the top of their game…
General Animals

Female wildlife rangers!

Meet the extraordinary women changing the face of conservation…
Birds

Starling murmuration facts!

Discover some amazing aerial antics…
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General Geography

Five reasons to travel to Finnish Lapland

Visit this breathtaking snow-blanketed land with Activities Abroad.
Insects

Stag beetle facts!

Discover the secrets of Britain’s largest beetle…
Nature

Scavenger Hunt!

Can you complete our NG Kids scavenger hunt?
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General Science

FUTURE CITIES

Discover what our homes, transport and lives might look like in 30 years’ time…
General History

10 Winter Olympics facts!

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

4-year-old finds dino footprint in Wales!

Check out this roarsome discovery…
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General Geography

Forest Holidays

Win a Forest Ranger adventure worth £250!
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General Animals

Enter Chester Zoo’s Poster Competition now!

Chester Zoo’s awesome Snow Leopard poster competition closes 10th Feb! Don’t forget to enter…
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General Animals

Living Nature

Snuggle up to some super-cute, eco-friendly soft toys!
Birds

Bird lover builds 27,500 swift nest boxes!

Check out this awesome achievement…
General Animals

Two-legged fox spotted
in garden!

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

Get to know garden birds

Which of these feathered friends visits YOUR garden?
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