Scots

We promote the use of Scots in classrooms, Bookbug Sessions, writing and publishing. Browse our articles, book lists and more to explore this rich language.

Essential information

Articles

How to get started writing poetry in Scots
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Matthew Fitt: a word aboot 'bad' language
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Learning resources

Creative writing in Scots
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Bookbug Session Plan: Scots
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Watch now: Scots for Tots - sharing Scots songs, rhymes and stories with bairns
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Using Scots in the classroom
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Roald Dahl in Scots project resource
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Writing poetry in Scots
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Book lists

Songs and rhymes

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