Kids, Days Out

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Build a wind-up toy
Date	Location
Create your own car, rocket or jumping horse and use elastic bands to make them spring to life. Ages 5-12.
17 Feb 11.00am–12.30 & 2.00–3.30	Scotland Street School Museum, Glasgow

Nanny Noo's Nursery Tours
Date	Location
Take a tour of the museum with Nanny Noo and her baby doll, with songs and nursery rhymes along the way. For families with children aged 5 and under. No need to book, but please phone 0141 287 2651 to check availability.
17 Jan, 7 Feb, 21 Feb 2.00–4.00	Museum of Transport, Glasgow

A Mouse Took A Stroll . . .
Date	Location
Come along and meet a sly fox, a wise owl and a clever wee mouse. But there's someone else, with claws and teeth and a big appetite . . . who does he have his eye on? Suitable for young children and families.
14 Feb–1 Feb 2010 Fri & Mon 10.00am–7.00; Tue–Thu 10.00am–6.30; Sat & Sun 11.00am–5.00	Cranhill Beacon, Glasgow

Saturday Art Club: Sculpture 2
Date	Location
Learn techniques in constructing and assembling sculptures with artist Lindsey Hamilton, taking inspiration from the British and European modern sculptures at the Gallery of Modern Art and the Dean Gallery. Morning session ages 5-7; afternoon session ages 8-11.
Saturdays (from 28 Feb) 10.00am–12.00 & 1.30–3.30	Dean Gallery, Edinburgh

Ancient Greeks family talks
Date	Location
A programme of fascinating weekly storytelling events inspired by the textiles and people in the 'Ancient Greeks' exhibition. Organised by the Village Storytelling Centre.
Sundays (from 7 Feb) 3.00	Burrell Collection, Glasgow

Mask Making with Big Top
Date	Location
Take inspiration from the 'Treasured: Wonderful Things, Amazing Stories' exhibition to make your own mask.
21 Feb 12.00–4.00	National Museum of Scotland, Edinburgh

After School Craft Club
Date	Location
Tie-dye, felt-making, decopatching, origami and puppet-making are among the activities on offer at this after school special. Ages 5+.
Tuesdays 4.00–5.00	Imagination Workshop, Edinburgh

Back to school with Miss Baxter
Date	Location
If you think school is bad now, try a day at school in 1939! No trainers, iPods, computers or skiving allowed in this actress-led re-enactment. Ages 5+. Children must be accompanied by an adult.
15 Feb 2.00–3.00	Scotland Street School Museum, Glasgow

Baking made easy
Date	Location
Get your hands messy learning how to make all sorts of goodies, such as meringues, fairy cakes, jam tarts, pancakes and potato scones. Parents can get stuck in too. Ages 8+. Please book in advance.
24 Jan, 21 Feb, 21 Mar (from 24 Jan) 10.00–11.30am	Scotland Street School Museum, Glasgow

Rock Garden Symbols and Related Plants
Date	Location
Take a walk through the Rock Garden and find out about the areas of the world where rock plants flourish. Discover the meaning of the symbols from all over the world that are carved into the rocks, the plants linked to them, their properties and some of the myths and legends associated with them. Ages 12+. Meet at the East Gate.
22 Feb 2.00–3.00	Royal Botanic Garden, Edinburgh

Saturday Art Club: Sculpture 1
Date	Location
Learn clay modelling and carving techniques with artist Rachel O'Neill, taking inspiration from the National Galleries' Italian sculptures. Morning session ages 5-7, afternoon session ages 8-11.
Saturdays (from 17 Jan) 10.00am–12.00 & 1.30–3.30	National Gallery of Scotland Complex, Edinburgh

Storytelling with Sheila Stewart and Jess Smith
Date	Location
Charismatic authors Sheila Stewart and Jess Smith tell stories for both the young and old.'Part of Winter Words Festival'.
25 Jan 10.30–11.30am	Pitlochry Festival Theatre, Pitlochry

Chinese New Year Plant Trail
Date	Location
Follow a trail through the Gardens to discover some Chinese plants and their uses. Then get stuck into some crafty activities inspired by your finds.
31 Jan 1.00–3.00	Royal Botanic Garden, Edinburgh

February Fun
Date	Location
Paint a large maritime-themed banner with other youngsters. 5 - 7 years session runs 1000-1200, 8 - 12 years session 1300-1500.
9 Feb 10.00am–12.00; 1.00–3.00	Harbour Arts Centre, Irvine

L'Heure Du Conte
Date	Location
Story of a rabbit and his friends read by Tanya Czajka and performed by the puppet company Le petit Monde. In French and English, suitable for children 3 years and over.
24 Jan 11.00am	Institut Français d'Ecosse, Edinburgh

Little Explorer Days: Twinkle Time
Date	Location
Songs and stories about sparkly things and stars with a helping hand from Benny the puppet. Ages 2-5.
28 Jan 10.00am–2.00	Glasgow Science Centre, Glasgow

Making Friends with Japan
Date	Location
Scottish artist George Henry (1858-1943) loved Japan. Come along and see his work, then use it as inspiration to make your own fantastic works of art.
7 Feb–8 Feb 1.00–4.00	National Gallery of Scotland Complex, Edinburgh

Rails and Sails weekend 2009
Date	Location
Get out of the freezing winter weather and enjoy a weekend of interactive transport-themed fun, including model boating a ride on a miniature steam railway.
24 Jan–25 Jan Sat 10.00am–4.00; Sun 11.00am–4.00	Museum of Transport, Glasgow

Real Life Science: Finding Flowers in Winter
Date	Location
You might think that flowers all disappear in winter and emerge again in spring, but there's always something to be found. Learn how to identify common winter flowering plants and some of their surprising uses. Ages 8+.
21 Feb 12.00–3.00	Royal Botanic Garden, Edinburgh

The Scottish Baby Show
Date	Location
From newborns and toddlers to big kids and mums-to-be, this fair is for anyone who's ever worn a nappy.
24 Apr–26 Apr	SECC, Glasgow

The Sights and Sounds of Old Edinburgh
Date	Location
Edinburgh wasn't once known as 'Auld Reekie' for nothing, you know. Find out why with this fun, musical trip through the city as it was in the 18th century.
22 Feb 12.45, 1.45 & 2.45	National Museum of Scotland, Edinburgh

St Valentine's Day
Date	Location
Make a unique Valentine's day card for someone special.
8 Feb 2.00–4.00	National Museum of Rural Life, East Kilbride

Stories, Music and Movement
Date	Location
Music and theatre were important to the Ancient Greeks, so what better way to learn about them? For families with young children. Please book in advance.
22 Feb 2.30 & 3.30	Burrell Collection, Glasgow

Storytelling
Date	Location
Fun tales aplenty with this tour around the museum. Ages 3-7.
7 Feb, 7 Mar 11.00am	Scotland Street School Museum, Glasgow

Stunning Snowdrops
Date	Location
Have a go at some crafty activities. Make your own snowdrops, using the Garden's collection as inspiration, and younger kids can get creative with some colouring in. Or if you'd rather kick back and relax, grab a book and head for the Magical Forest Room.
14 Feb 1.00–3.00	Royal Botanic Garden, Edinburgh

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