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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 Geography

10 fabulous facts about Diwali!

Discover the fascinating festival of lights…
Space

Facts about Mars

How much do you know about the Red Planet?
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Experience a Summer of Discovery

Head to the home of one of the world’s greatest ever scientists — Sir Isaac Newton — for a summer of curiosity, creativity and wonder…
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    What is your favourite reptile?
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General Science

Celebrating 170 years of the Met Office

The UK’s national weather service has been helping us plan for rain and shine since 1854!
Greece

10 facts about the Olympics!

Learn all about this extraordinary international sporting event!

Did you know?

The South Pole is colder than the North Pole.

Insects

10 facts about
flying ants!

Find out why ants take to the skies!
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General Science

Summertime science fun at The Royal Institution!

The Royal Institution (Ri) is a home for science – and everyone is welcome!
Countries

France facts

Learn about one of Europe’s most amazing countries!
General History

A kid’s guide to the general election

Discover how democracy works in the UK…
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General Entertainment

Out-of-this-world LEGO® Space sets!

Take play to new dimensions with LEGO® Space…
General History

Awesome Anglo-Saxon facts!

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

10 facts about the Colosseum!

Learn all about the Colosseum of Ancient Rome!
Sea Life

10 totally awesome facts about turtles!

Check out these turt-ally mad facts about turtles!
Greece

The Gods and Goddesses of Ancient Greece!

Meet the gods and goddesses of Ancient Greece!
General Geography

10 facts about the Arctic!

Get ready for a chill!
General Geography

Ocean facts!

Take a deep breath and join us as we dive to the depths of the sea…
General History

10 facts about the Vikings

Learn all about these Scandinavian sea-warriors!
Countries

30 cool facts about China!

Join us on a journey through this incredible country…
Nature

The Water Cycle!

Earth has been recycling water for over 4 billion years…
Countries

Brazil facts: discover this super-cool country!

From Rio de Janeiro to the Amazon rainforest!
General Animals

10 unforgettable elephant facts!

Discover our fave facts about these gentle giants…
General Animals

10 giraffe facts!

Discover ten fascinating facts about giraffes!
Greece

5 terrifying tales from Greek mythology

Meet the mythical monsters from Ancient Greece!
Monarchy

The six wives of King Henry VIII

Divorced, beheaded, died, divorced, beheaded, survived!
Physical Geography

Tsunami facts: check out the mighty wave!

Learn all about these mammoth forces of nature!
Egypt

How to Make a Mummy!

Discover how the Ancient Egyptians made mummies!
Insects

The butterfly life cycle!

See the fascinating transformation from caterpillar to butterfly!
Egypt

Fascinating facts about hieroglyphics!

We uncover this ancient alphabet…
General Animals

10 leopard facts!

Find out all about leopards!
General Geography

10 fabulous facts about Diwali!

Discover the fascinating festival of lights…
Sea Life

Jellyfish Facts!

Join us as we travel the oceans far and wide with these electric jellyfish facts!
Physical Geography

Nile river facts

Discover this incredible natural wonder and invaluable source of life…
Egypt

Tutankhamun facts!

Discover the secrets of the ancient ‘Boy King’…
General History

15 top William Shakespeare facts!

Learn all about William Shakespeare, the world-famous playwright and poet…
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