Discover
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
15 facts about the Victorians!
Head back in time to when Britain became the most powerful empire in world history…
Did you know?
Moon dust smells like burnt gunpowder.
More about space ❯
NG KiDS chats to Dinosaur Expert Jack Horner!
We get the dino lowdown from Jurassic World’s lead palaeontologist…
NG KiDS Heads to the Galápagos Islands!
Find out all about this incredible place and the amazing animals that live there…
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Protect the planet with the Met Office!
All about Earth’s wildest weather – and how you can help look after the planet…
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RASPBERRY PI FOUNDATION’S CREATIVE CHALLENGE FAVOURITES!
What did you byte-sized geniuses come up with?
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REAL-LIFE WILDLIFE RESCUES!
Discover how people across the world have saved animals in peril using special equipment and creative thinking!
Satellite images hint at lost Mayan city
A teenager’s fascinating find on satellite images of the Mexican jungle…
Satellites set to track animals from space!
Scientists want to understand more about migratory animals…
Say goodbye to Big Ben’s bongs!
Britain’s most photographed building will fall silent for four years!
Scientists discover bacteria can “see” like tiny eyeballs!
Scientists have finally explained how bacteria senses light…
