I've eaten, slept and breathed Directgov for several years now (even comes on hols with us as hubby works from home at most inappropriate times! ) but I didn't know they had a kiddie section til he pointed it out today. haven't had a good look but just skimming it looks like it could be useful for knowledge and understanding of the world (as well as ICT, too!).
http://kids.direct.gov.uk/
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