The Gruffalo in Scots

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Itchy Coo is delighted to share that The Glasgow Gruffalo’s Wean has won the Scots Bairns Book o the Year at the Scots Language Awards 2021. This is an unbelievable place. Absolutely beautiful and breathtaking scenery around every bend. The best value for money attraction I've ever been to. Wish I lived closer as I'd be there every day if I could be! Saw red squirrels and tree creepers amongst others. The gardening team were friendly and cheerful. I cannot recommend this garden enough! For nature lovers, ornithologists and gardeners this is a must see location. Highly recommend Absolutely loved this walk, we both enjoy nature the information at various stages is very helpful it was wet when we started but it cleared as we walked around. The fairy grounds were wonderful sure visiting children would love it, a great way to get them interested in nature, I'm in my sixties and still believe in fairies. A beautiful walk definitely recommend'. As an extension activity, each week pupils can find and share a new Scots or Gaelic word with the class and the wall can be updated on a regular basis to celebrate these new words.

Languages spoken by the fearsome beast include Hebrew, Arabic, Latin and even Gaelic – but the Scots tongue has so far alluded him. Discover wonderful wildlife tours to book and experience in Scotland, including bird watching safaris, whale watching, farm tours and much more!In the event, James Robertson and Catriona Lexy Campbell share their favourite words in Scots and Gaelic and also explain why they like them. Children in the audience also share their favourite words. It’s important for children to see the words they hear all around them written down in books so they can value their language.

Children’s laureate Julia, 63, said: “I’m thrilled that there is now a Scots version of The Gruffalo to add to the other 42 or so translations. Julia, who will perform The Gruffalo in Scots alongside James at the Edinburgh Book Festival, says the translation is one of the best. Give each pupil a piece of paper. Ask them to write their favourite Scots and/or Gaelic word on it, as well as the meaning and why it is important to them. Go around the class and ask each pupil to say their word and why it is important. These favourite words can be collected onto a word wall.We know time is tight, so here is just one activity you could do before or after watching this event.