Activity 1: Robert Burns Fact File
Learn all about Scotland's most famous poet by using the information below to build a Robert Burns Fact File:
Full name: Robert Burns Born: 25 January 1759 Place of birth: Alloway, Ayrshire, Scotland Died: 21 July 1796 Who was he? Robert Burns was a famous Scottish poet and songwriter. He is known as Scotland’s National Poet. Early life:
- Burns grew up on a farm and had little money.
- He worked hard as a farmer but loved reading and writing poems.
What is he famous for?
- Writing poems and songs in Scots and English
- Writing about nature, friendship, love, and fairness
- Writing the song “Auld Lang Syne”, which is sung at New Year
Famous works:
- To a Mouse
- Tam o’ Shanter
- A Red, Red Rose
- Auld Lang Syne
Burns Night:
- Celebrated every year on 25 January
- People enjoy poems, haggis, and Scottish music
Why is he important? Robert Burns helped keep the Scots language alive, and his poems are still enjoyed around the world today.
Activity 2 - Illustrate a Poem
Burns wrote most of his poetry in Scots. Use AI to generate images that bring this poem to life:
John Anderson my Jo
John Anderson my jo, John, When we were first acquent; Your locks were like the raven, Your bonny brow was brent; But now your brow is beld, John, Your locks are like the snow; But blessings on your frosty pow, John Anderson my jo.
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Credits:
Created with an image by William - "Bands Playing bagpipes at an event in Australia. Scottish highland band playing music"