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What is photosynthesis, and why is it so important? This article, written for kids (& inquisitive adults!), sets out to answer just that question!
In a nutshell, photosynthesis is a process that enables plants to get energy from the sun. It may not sound too important when put like that, but when you start to think about where our food comes from, then it gets a lot more interesting.
Let’s learn more about photosynthesis…
The giant panda, with its black and white fur and black eye patches, is a very distinctive animal. Most people in the world are able to recognise a panda. However, despite its popularity, the panda is an endangered animal, and rare in the wild.
This article has been written to help you find out more about these gentle giants. At the end of the article you’ll also find out 10 amazing panda facts for kids.
Be sure to watch the video of giant pandas in the wild!
Polar bear facts, pictures, video and in-depth information. The polar bear is the largest and most carnivorous of all bears. This distinctive all-white bear inhabits the Arctic sea ice, where it preys primarily on seals.
Despite its size and power, the polar bear is rated ‘Vulnerable’. This is largely due to a reduction in the area covered by the Arctic sea ice. Polar bears rely on the sea ice for hunting. When it melts they are unable to eat.
On this page you’ll become a polar bear expert as you explore the species’ amazing adaptations, behavior and life cycle.
Anyone who has ever seen a bald eagle soaring through the sky will tell you what an awesome experience this is. These large, majestic birds are a symbol of freedom all around the world.
Bald eagles are the national bird of the United States of America. On this page we’ll find out where they live, what they eat and much more, including 10 amazing bald eagle facts for kids…
Have you ever seen something that could be half monkey, half clown? That’s what someone thought the Loris looks like! The name Loris means ‘clown’ in Dutch. Maybe this is because these cute little primates have big, round eyes and look like they’ve had their faces painted. But a Loris isn’t really a clown, so let’s read some loris facts to find out what they actually are …
Hedgehog facts for kids and adults. On this page you’ll discover where hedgehogs live, how many species of hedgehog there are in the world, animals related to hedgehogs, and much more …
Leopard facts for kids, students and adults. The leopard is a supreme hunter, known not only for its speed and power, but also for its stealth. In this article we’ll take an in-depth look at this beautiful big cat.
Seahorses are marine fish in the genus hippocampus (a ‘genus’ is a category of animals that uses a Latin name) . In Ancient Greek “hippos” means horse, and “kampos” means sea monster.
Seahorse is a general term that is used for fifty four species of marine fishes. Read on for more seahorse information, including a list of awesome seahorse facts for kids…
Penguins don’t look much like other birds: they stand up straight like humans and can’t fly. They may look clumsy on land but they are extremely good swimmers.
Did you know that penguins have more feathers than any other kind of bird? For more penguin information, including 10 interesting facts about penguins for kids, read on…
Lion facts, pictures, information and video. Get the lowdown on this fearsome African predator…
A dolphin is an aquatic mammal. Dolphins are extremely intelligent and sociable animals, and have their own way to communicate with each other using special sounds.
Dolphins have a playful and friendly nature, which makes them very popular with humans. Read on for more facts about dolphins for kids (and adults) …
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