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What inspired Ross MacKenzie to continue with his series of books?
Karly from St James' Primary asks Ross about his inspiration to continue writing.
  1. What inspired Ross MacKenzie to continue with his series of books?
    01:13
    What inspired Ross MacKenzie to continue with his series of books?
  2. Who likes stories?
    02:48
    Who likes stories?
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  3. Talking in class
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    Talking in class
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  4. Actor Vivian
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    Actor Vivian
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  5. Writing a story down
    02:42
    Writing a story down
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  6. Story build (part 1)
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    Story build (part 1)
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  7. Story build (part 2)
    06:21
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  8. Vivian talks titles
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  9. Alfie Onion
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  10. Questions for Vivian
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  11. Mental Health
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    Mental Health
  12. Where The Heart Should Be
    06:14
    Where The Heart Should Be
  13. Cracking questions
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    Cracking questions
  14. Rewilding and creating a space for nature
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    Rewilding and creating a space for nature
  15. Phil’s presentation
    21:56
    Phil’s presentation
  16. Scottish words and questions from schools
    08:09
    Scottish words and questions from schools
  17. Hallowe'en in Scotland
    06:14
    Hallowe'en in Scotland
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    Favourite book
  19. The right words in the right order
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    The right words in the right order
  20. The origins of 'Lads'
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    The origins of 'Lads'
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