Robert Burns resources
Burns Night on 25 January is celebrated all over the world with thousands of people attending Burns Suppers to eat haggis and to toast the Immortal Memory of Scottish poet Robert Burns.
This area has a selection of teaching and learning resources about Scots literature and language, modern Scottish poetry, Scottish song and traditional Scottish music, the historical context in which Burns was writing and the continuing role of literature and language in shaping Scottish identity.
The resources include
- information and images about Robert Burns's work, his life and times
- recordings of Burns poems, Scottish poetry and music
- examples of classroom lessons and projects on poetry and music.
Early years resources
Pictures, poems and fun with Scots words for early years learners.
Primary resources
Robert Burns websites, illlustrations, resources and projects. Download Scots poems recited by children and listen to traditional Scots music and songs.
Secondary resources
Scots literature and the historical context of Burns's work. Plus other aspects of Scottish culture and reflections on Scottish literature and its role in the modern Scottish identity.
Robert Burns schools competitions
The Robert Burns World Federation has a variety of local and national competitions focusing on music, art and writing related to Robert Burns and his work. Find out how your pupils can get involved.