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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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Physical Geography

Protect the planet with the Met Office!

All about Earth’s wildest weather – and how you can help look after the planet…
Physical Geography

What is a bushfire?

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

Hamza Yassin interview!

We caught up with wildlife cameraman Hamza to learn about his cool adventures…
  • QUIZ

    Which of these countries is not an island?
Nature

All about Kew’s Millennium Seed Bank!

Head behind the scenes at an epic plant research centre…
General History

10 facts about World War 2

Learn about this hugely important event in British history…

Did you know?

Moon dust smells like burnt gunpowder.

More about space
Sea Life

Humpback Whale Facts!

Get the lowdown on these marine marvels…
Space

Universe Facts

Check out 10 top facts about our universe!
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General Science

RASPBERRY PI FOUNDATION’S CREATIVE CHALLENGE FAVOURITES!

What did you byte-sized geniuses come up with?
General Animals

10 awesome dog facts!

Get the lowdown on these adorable animals…
General Animals

10 brilliant bat facts!

Discover these fantastic flying mammals…
Egypt

10 facts about Ancient Egypt!

Discover the secrets of this ancient civilisation…
General History

10 facts about World War 2

Learn about this hugely important event in British history…
Physical Geography

17 explosive volcano facts!

Check out some fascinating facts about volcanoes!
Insects

10 facts about honey bees!

Find out all about our brilliant bees!
Physical Geography

Structure of the Earth!

Join us on our journey to the centre of the Earth!
General Geography

What is climate change?

We investigate…
Sea Life

10 facts about great white sharks!

Learn all about the great white shark!
General Science

15 Facts About The Human Body!

Cool things about our bodies…
General Animals

10 facts about pandas!

Find out all about these brilliant bears!
Space

10 Facts about Space!

They’re out of this world, gang!
General Animals

10 terrific tiger facts!

Check out these seriously-fierce feline facts!
Physical Geography

10 amazing Amazon facts!

Get ready to rumble in the jungle!
General History

World War 1 facts

Nat Geo Kids travels back in time to find out more about a conflict that rocked the world…
Monarchy

10 Facts About Queen Victoria!

NG KiDS travels back in time to meet Her Majesty, Queen Victoria…
Countries

Kenya facts: discover this amazing African country!

Breathtaking views, spectacular wildlife and vibrant culture? Let’s go!
General Animals

10 facts about polar bears!

Discover these brilliant beasts of the Arctic…
General Animals

10 lion facts!

It’s time for the lowdown on these fierce felines…
General Animals

10 facts about koalas!

Learn all about these cute critters…
Greece

10 facts about Ancient Greece

Learn all about this super-cool civilisation!
Romans

10 Facts About Ancient Rome

Discover the glory of Ancient Rome…
Physical Geography

30 freaky facts about the weather!

A storm’s a-brewin’, gang!
Physical Geography

15 fantastic rainforest facts!

Join us on a tropical trip…
Physical Geography

10 Facts about Hurricanes!

Ten Facts about Hurricanes!
General Animals

10 top cheetah facts!

Join us in a thrilling chase with the fastest land mammal on Earth…
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