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David Roberts Tour

In December we took the wonderfully talented illustrator and author, David Roberts to schools in Dumfries & Galloway and then up to East Renfrewshire.
David's interactive sessions were enjoyed by children and teachers alike.
Tour Footage
On the road and in the classroom with David Roberts...
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Pupil Feedback
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Jemima, Calderwood Lodge, Age 8 |
Joe, Nethermill Primary, Age 9 |
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Lori, Nethermill Primary, Age 11 |
Mariya, Caldwerwood Lodge, Age 6 |
"I really enjoyed the Dirty Bertie drawings. It was cool." Joe, Nethermill Primary
"I really enjoyed David Roberts talking to us about his books that he illustrated because we got to draw Dirty Bertie, that was really fun. Thank you so, so much for coming" Lori, Nethermill Primary
"I really enjoyed drawing the picture of Dirty Bertie and listening to the story that Chris read to us and I also thought that Davis was really good at drawing. Thank you very much David and the Scottish Book Trust." Caitlin, Nethermill Primary
"I liked drawing Dirty Bertie. When Chris read the book it was interesting. His books are very funny". Zoe, Nethermill Primary
"Thank you I really liked it. My favourite part was drawing Dirtie Bertie and I enjoyed the biscuit head. I liked the story as well it was funny and I hope everyone likes the books." Kady, Nethermill Primary












