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Kidnappit

The Scots language graphic novel version of RL Stevenson’s novel Kidnapped now has an accompanying teacher resource. This can be used to help prepare the class for Scots language reading and writing activities. Download the pdf below for activities and songs.

Kidnappit was published by Itchy Coo and is available here.

kidnapped scots language pack

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