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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. Two of David's novels
    05:49
    Two of David's novels
  3. The local library
    06:12
    The local library
  4. Imagination
    04:48
    Imagination
  5. The power of words
    05:31
    The power of words
  6. Starting as a writer
    03:55
    Starting as a writer
  7. Q&A with David Almond
    05:15
    Q&A with David Almond
  8. More Q&A with David Almond
    06:48
    More Q&A with David Almond
  9. How important is it for young queer people to see themselves in fiction?
    03:12
    How important is it for young queer people to see themselves in fiction?
  10. A monster quiz
    08:19
    A monster quiz
  11. Toxic Relationships
    04:42
    Toxic Relationships
  12. The Selkie and Finfolkaheem
    03:48
    The Selkie and Finfolkaheem
  13. Being Children’s Laureate
    05:08
    Being Children’s Laureate
  14. A Dog with Nice Ears
    07:10
    A Dog with Nice Ears
  15. Brian’s writing and favourite books
    04:33
    Brian’s writing and favourite books
  16. Dogs in space
    01:29
    Dogs in space
  17. Working in Comics
    01:09
    Working in Comics
  18. He Had a Little Sticker
    01:25
    He Had a Little Sticker
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