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Why is it important to learn Scots and Gaelic?
Catriona and James explain why language is all about who we are.
  1. Why is it important to learn Scots and Gaelic?
    03:10
    Why is it important to learn Scots and Gaelic?
  2. Poo communication
    02:58
    Poo communication
  3. Otter party
    02:15
    Otter party
  4. The study of poo
    04:25
    The study of poo
  5. The size of a whale
    06:32
    The size of a whale
  6. Tiger skull
    04:20
    Tiger skull
  7. Book introduction
    02:33
    Book introduction
  8. Book reading
    03:58
    Book reading
  9. Questions from the audience
    03:05
    Questions from the audience
  10. Questions and answers
    05:31
    Questions and answers
  11. Flirting and locker room talk
    06:28
    Flirting and locker room talk
  12. Birdspotting Quiz
    05:46
    Birdspotting Quiz
  13. Themes of books
    03:14
    Themes of books
  14. Working with young writers
    01:12
    Working with young writers
  15. Becoming an Author
    00:58
    Becoming an Author
  16. Reading The Undefeated
    03:32
    Reading The Undefeated
  17. Writing Tips with... Alastair Chisholm
    09:12
    Writing Tips with... Alastair Chisholm
  18. Children’s Laureate
    03:24
    Children’s Laureate
  19. Questions from schools
    06:40
    Questions from schools
  20. The Crackledawn Dragon
    02:10
    The Crackledawn Dragon
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