On Thursday 16th February we visited Irvine Burns Club. The trip gave us an opportunity to learn more about Robert Burns and speak to people who are really passionate about him. We left feeling much more knowledgeable and having seen lots of interesting items related to Robert Burns. These included items such as original poetry manuscripts, the chair he sat on to read books in his local book shop and a timeline of his life in Irvine.

“It was a very interesting trip.” Morgan

“It was an educational trip and I learned things that I didn’t already know about Robert Burns.” Abbi

“I found the visit very informative.” Celine

“My favourite part was when we got to see the chair that Burns sat on in the book shop.” Sophie

“I most enjoyed listening to the power point to find out more about him.” Declan

During the library visit we worked in pairs to find facts about Scottish Inventors. We had to locate various fact sheets throughout the library and answer questions. We were using skimming and scanning skills and reading for information.

After this, we went into teams to participate in a Scottish quiz. We all enjoyed using the buzzers.

‘”My trip to the library improved my knowledge of Scottish Inventors.” Abbi

“I found the trip interesting and I learned more about Scottish Inventors.” Carrie

 “Looking for the information was like doing a treasure hunt.” Kristopher

“I had to read to find facts to answer questions so it improved my reading skills.” Brodie

On Friday 27th of January we enjoyed a Burns Supper along with Primary 7.

Some of the boys in Primary 6 said a Toast to the Lassies while some of the girls did a Reply to the Lads.

We got to taste foods such as haggis, neeps, tatties and shortbread.

Various children recited Scots poems including Leo who was  our class winner.

We all sang Auld Lang Syne and enjoyed listening to the various speakers.

“The haggis, neeps and tatties were delicious. I went up for seconds!” Jason

“Some people didn’t like the haggis but at least we all tried it!” Alistair

“I enjoyed getting to eat some shortbread.” Thomas

“I was nervous about reciting my poem again but in the end I said it confidently.” Leo

“I enjoyed getting the opportunity to do the Toast to the Lassies.” Kristopher

This year we learned the Robert Burns poem Willy Wastle. After reciting the poem in class we selected 3 finalists. Leo, Lilia and Alanna went on to recite the poem in front of the whole school. Leo was our overall winner and Lilia and Alanna were the runners up. Well done to everyone who took part!

“I felt really happy because when Mrs Breen was reading out the winner I was very nervous. My Mum and Dad were very proud!”