Little Seedlings Free October Workshop: Marvellous Mushrooms - Dobbies Aberdeen

October's Little Seedlings workshop is all about the mysterious magic of mushrooms!

In October’s Little Seedlings Workshop, children will uncover the weird and wonderful world of fungi! They’ll discover the hidden networks living beneath our feet made up of one of the most mysterious living things in nature. We'll share the secrets of mushrooms and explore how they grow, the different species, and why they're some of nature's most important helpers. Through interactive discussions and hands-on activities, children will learn why mushrooms often appear during autumn, and how they act as 'recyclers' by breaking down dead, natural material. The workshop will explore some fascinating UK species, the spooky history behind toadstools (it is October, after all!), and incredible glow-in-the-dark mushrooms! We'll also cover surprising ways fungi are used to help the planet, how to stay safe around wild mushrooms, and finish the session by creating a mirror-print mushroom. Ready to join the autumn fun? Book your child’s free place at your preferred store below. This workshop will cover: Fantastic fungiThe hidden world of mycelium beneath our feet How mushrooms grow How fungi recycle Mushroom movements mini-activity Mushroom or toadstool? Funky fungi names Spooky forest floors Mushroom safety Mirror print mushroom activity Please note: Children must be accompanied by a parent or guardian The club runs on the first Sunday of every month. Times vary per store. Please click on your preferred store below for available options. Where stores are running multiple sessions, it is the same workshop delivered at each one. Parents or guardians wishing to order hot drinks for the session in advance can do so during the booking process. Dates and times for our Little Seedlings Clubs vary by store and not all stores are able to participate. Advance booking is required with spaces booked quickly - please book early to avoid disappointment. Where a session is shown as 'Sold Out' - we're sorry, there are no more tickets available for that time.