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Loch Ness
Feature and activities about Loch Ness, its monster and the Scottish legend of the kelpie, with accompanying resources related to the release of the children's film, 'The Water Horse, Legend of the Deep', in early 2008.

Music of Scotland
A collection of integrated music modules for use in NQ Music courses at Standard Grade, Access3 and Intermediate 1 and 2 levels.

MusicWorks with the RSAMD - performances for students of NQ music
A DVD and audio CD showing performances of a range of works by students of the Royal Scottish Academy of Music and Drama, together with a series of interviews. The musical works exemplify different styles, genres and instrumental groupings.

National Archives of Scotland
The National Archives of Scotland selects, preserves, and makes available the national archives of Scotland in whatever medium, to the highest standards; promotes the growth and maintenance of proper archive provision throughout the country; and to leads the development of archival practice in Scotland.

National Galleries of Scotland
Information about the National Galleries of Scotland which comprises five Edinburgh-based galleries. Details of school and community educational services are provided, plus information on exhibitions and other public events.

National Library of Scotland
Website of the National Library of Scotland, an information treasure trove of Scotland’s knowledge, history and culture, with millions of books, manuscripts and maps covering every subject

National Library of Scotland web features
Explore some of the treasures held by the National Library of Scotland. Rare old manuscripts, photographs and maps are now available in digital format to everybody.

National Museums Scotland - Education and Activities
Information about National Museums Scotland which is made up of five Scottish based museums. Provides a detailed program of exhibitions and events as well as a wide range of experiences and learning activities for all ages.

PhotoArch
The website of PhotoArch, an annual Scotland-wide heritage photographic competition for primary schools and primary-aged children. Organised by the Scottish Civic Trust, the competition encourages young people to look at their heritage in the places they live, and through the medium of photography, develop an understanding of the world around them.

Poetry Archive
The Poetry Archive is a treasure trove of English-language poets reading their own work and was set up to help make poetry more accessible, relevant and enjoyable to a wider audience. There are lesson plans and activities for all stages and for other areas of the curriculum, such as history.