Scotlands Culture

Robert Burns resources

A photo of statue of Robert Burns in Dumfries showing his head and upper body against a blue sky

This collection of teaching and learning resources includes 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.

Detail from an interactive map showing tags in Ayrshire

Burns map

Browse our interactive map to visit the places that were important to Robert Burns during his lifetime.

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 literature and its role in the modern Scottish identity.

Featured resources

Robert Burns - works

A photo of a modern edition of Robert Burns on fabric designed by Glasgow firm Timorous Beasties

A collection of Burns's works from the BBC featuring performances from Scotland's best-known actors and musicians.

Burns blogs

Robert Burns' letters

This blog is publishing the poet's personal letters from 1787, on the days they were originally written.

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