Every January we learn Robert Burns poems as a celebration of Scottish heritage. But, if we look a little deeper, we can see that through his poems Robert Burns reveals a strong connection to the natural world and the landscape of Scotland. 

Join us in the run up to Burns Night for a fun, interactive Live Lesson exploring Burns’s appreciation for nature and desire to protect it.

This lesson is ideal for classes looking to explore Learning for Sustainability in a new way and schools working on the Heritage and Biodiversity Topics for their Eco-Schools Green Flag Award. 

The lesson will be followed by curricular linked resources to help take learning further, including a challenge to pupils to write their own nature inspired poem.

With thanks to The National Trust for Scotland for their support in developing this lesson.

Timetable and registration

Live Lesson (recommended for P4-S2): 1.30-2.00pm Monday 19 January 2025

The lesson will be recorded, and the recording posted on this page for you to catch up if you cannot attend live.