Mighty Mycelium Lab Kit
A gift for the kid who asks "why?" about everything. This kit goes beyond observation and introduces the scientific method, with enough materials for real experiments.
Ready to think like a scientist? The Mighty Mycelium Lab Kit, designed for ages 9–12, provides the tools and guidance for structured investigation. With extra plates and materials, kids design their own experiments: test whether hand washing really works, compare a washed vs. unwashed apple, put the "five-second rule" to the test, or find out what's growing on the TV remote. They ask questions, test hypotheses, and document results, turning natural curiosity into a real understanding of how science works.
Great for: Holiday and birthday gifts, winter-break projects, and a head start on the science fair.
Every kit includes access to our Explorer Portal.
Includes WeMush tracking: Every kit includes QR codes linked to WeMush, our cultivation tracking platform. Scan them to see digital specimen records, a real-world look at how growers track their cultures.
Kit contents
- (8) Pre-poured sterile agar plates: Ready to use right out of the box
- (8) Sterile wrapped swabs: For safe, easy sample collection
- (2 pairs) Pre-packaged nitrile gloves: For real lab-style safety
- (4) Specimen tubes and (2) centrifuge test tubes: For collecting soil, water, or other interesting samples
- (1) 5X plastic magnifying glass: For safely observing growth through the lid
- Parafilm: Pre-cut strips to hold each lid closed after swabbing
- Mush Ohio Unseen World Explorer Quick Start Guide & Journal: A printed booklet with instructions and guided pages for recording observations
- "Junior Scientist" badge button: A premium pin to reward their work
- Mush Ohio sticker
Safety: After swabbing, each lid is held closed with short Parafilm strips and stays closed, so growth is viewed through the lid without touching cultures. Plates grow at room temperature, and the guide shows how to disinfect them before they go in the trash. Adult supervision recommended.
