Robert Burns is world famous as Scotland's national poet. Burns's progressive views on politics, religion and class inequalities inspired both the liberal and socialist movements.
On Burns Night, 25 January, Scots at home and abroad celebrate the Bard's life, songs and poetry.
The following songs, learning resources, images and information have been created to support your school or early years centre as you join in this national celebration.
Robert Burns - interactive map
An interactive map of places important in Burns's life, with extracts from poetry and letters.
Burns songs performed by The Cast
Six of Burns's songs performed by 'The Cast' (Mairi Campbell and Dave Francis, two of Scotland's finest contemporary folk musicians).
Addressing the Bard
The Scottish Poetry Library has published an exciting new anthology of Robert Burns's poems with supporting resources.
Early years, primary and secondary resources
Browse a collection of Burns learning resources and Scots literature, language, song and music resources.
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