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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

Nature

Girlguiding’s new Eco award!

Find out how girls aged 4–18 will help take care of the planet…
General Animals

10 hopping fun rabbit facts!

Discover more about these adorable small mammals…
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Nature

15 fascinating facts about Sir David Attenborough

Check out some fascinating David Attenborough facts, from his very first documentary to his least favourite animal, below…
  • QUIZ

    Which of these countries is not an island?
General History

APRIL FOOLS’ PRANKS

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

The Frog Life Cycle!

See how this amazing animal grows from tadpole to frog…

Did you know?

There are more stars in the universe than grains of sand on all the beaches on Earth. That’s at least a billion trillion!

More about space
Countries

Ireland facts: all about the Emerald Isle!

Ready to discover one of Europe’s most beautiful countries?
General History

Mary Anning facts

Discover the fossil hunter whose discoveries changed the world…
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Egypt

Exciting Ancient Egypt Exhibition

Step back in time to uncover ancient creative secrets…
General Geography

Shrove Tuesday facts

Learn all about this worldwide religious festival…
General History

International Women’s Day

Check out our round-up of inspiring female figures from history…
Space

10 Facts about Space!

They’re out of this world, gang!
Countries

NG KiDS Heads to the Galápagos Islands!

Find out all about this incredible place and the amazing animals that live there…
General Animals

Steve Backshall interview!

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

Experience life as an animal with virtual-reality headsets!

Float like a butterfly, sting like a bee…be transported into the minds of animals
Birds

Scientists discover birdie tap dance that’s invisible to the naked eye

The behaviour was picked up by slow-motion cameras
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