Kids get a snapshot of the world of work

Curious children can find out what it’s like to be a grown-up for the day.

A unique hands-on experience for kids has been created at intu Braehead that allows youngsters to become a police officer, a builder or a doctor.

They can also do a wee shift working in a restaurant or a supermarket.

The free Mini City activities arebeing held at the shopping centre and in Soar at intu Braehead until July 28 and allow youngsters to become adults and perform tasks from everyday life in an environment especially adapted for them.

Animators will be on hand to organise interactive role play, giving youngsters an amazing insight into adulthood.

Hundreds of little ones have already experienced working in a flower shop, beauty salon, supermarket, pizzeria, medical room and construction site.

Everyone taking part is given a Mini City clock-in card and ‘employees’who visit all the workplace areas will be awarded a certificate and entered into a prize draw.

Christine Macdonald, marketing manager for intu Braehead, said: “Children just love role playing, especially when they act the part of a grown-up.

“This is the first time Mini City has come to Scotland and it will give youngsters a real-life experience, instead of just having to imagine they’re in a shop or workplace.

“We can’t wait to see our mini doctors, builders and retail staff get to work at intu Braehead. It will keep them entertained for hours.”

Paisley lad Jack McInnes, seven, is celebrating after being named Employee of the Week.

The Mini City is part of intu’s national initiative to deliver an amazing summer of fun to shoppers right across the UK, with a host of activities lined up to keep everyone entertained.