Scottish traditions CDG

Introduction

Find out more about Scottish traditions! 

In this class you have learned about the Scottish ceilidhs, but what are other traditions in Scotland? 

 

In this webquest, you will learn about other things to see if you visit Scotland! In groups, you will be responsible for a certain tradition: find information about it, and write a small blogpost explaining what it is! 

Task

You will work in pairs to find information on the tradition that has been assigned to you. Here are links that you can use for your research: 

 

1. The Highland games 

https://www.visitscotland.com/see-do/events/highland-games/

https://www.scotland.org/events/highland-games/highland-games-traditions

https://www.cottages-and-castles.co.uk/guides/ultimate-guide-highland-games 

 

2. Hogmanay

https://www.visitscotland.com/see-do/events/christmas-winter-festivals/hogmanay/

https://www.thesun.co.uk/news/2494653/hogmanay-meaning-scotland-new-year/

https://www.historic-uk.com/HistoryUK/HistoryofScotland/The-History-of-Hogmanay/

 

3. Burns Night 

https://www.visitscotland.com/about/famous-scots/robert-burns/burns-night/

https://www.visitscotland.com/about/famous-scots/robert-burns/

https://www.visitscotland.com/see-do/food-drink/haggis/

Process

Use your worksheet to find the important information on your tradition. Once you have taken notes, structure them to write a blog post. Don't forget to rephrase!