Magnificent and Mythical Mushrooms: The Science and Folklore Behind This Fungus
Miss Elizabeth
Average rating:5.0Number of reviews:(163)
In this one-time class, we will discuss the science behind mushroom fungus and some folk tales surrounding these organisms.
Class experience
US Grade 1 - 4
This one-time science class will be interesting to anyone curious about how, where, and why mushrooms grow. No prior knowledge is needed. We will explore how mushrooms are part of the Kingdom Fungi and are not plants, how they grow extensive mycelium underground before we see any evidence of them above ground, and how they germinate from spores. We will also talk about some mushroom folklore including mushroom fairy rings and the scarlet elf cap mushroom. If time allows, we will have a fun...
Students will learn what fungus is, how mushrooms are a type of fungus, how mushroom mycelium grows underground before we see the fruit, how mushroom fruit releases spores which lead to the growth of more mushrooms, how mushrooms can have a symbiotic or parasitic relationship with plants, and how mushrooms are critical in the decomposition of plant waste. Students will learn important vocabulary such as mycelium, hyphae, saprotroph, and more.
Average rating:5.0Number of reviews:(163)
Hello! Thank you for stopping by! I love students of all ages and I love teaching a variety of topics. Some of my favorite classes to teach are reading, nature, and science. I try to create a positive and encouraging atmosphere so learners feel...
Group Class
$12
per classMeets once
30 min
Completed by 65 learners
Live video meetings
Ages: 6-10
1-6 learners per class
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