This page, aimed at parents, gives a brief introduction to the educational websites available within BBC ALBA for children in Gaelic-medium education.
Following a fierce storm in the winter of 1850, a settlement of stone houses at Skail Bay in Orkney were uncovered. This site is now known as Skara Brae. Through activities, videos, text and audio, the Skara Brae website offers an insight into life in a prehistoric village.
The first phase of the China Production Stories website follows the teams' progress as they create radio and tv programmes along with an accompaning website. Segments of the TV programmes filmed in China can be found on the video section of the website. Changing China looks at key issues in the country today.
This website examines the lives and poetry of eleven 20th Century Gaelic poets. An insight into each poet's work is offered via a combination of text, video and audio. The site is useful for pupils and adults alike.
Aiming at encouraging pupils to examine historical information this site will lead them to make informed decisions about the course of action to be undertaken. This site is aimed at Pupils in upper years of primary school and early years of secondary education with regard to its historical content and the skills that the site aims to develop.
This site allows pupils to explore modern Scottish music in a novel and interactive way. It offers enjoyable and motivating learning experiences for pupils which develop knowledge and understanding and enquiry skills through ICT. Pupils can access information which contributes to their knowledge of their culture and musical heritage and may also help them develop more informed attitudes towards these aspects of their national identity.
This site allows children who are in the early stages of learning to learn about Gaelic sounds, the letters of the alphabet, and the connection between them. These fun, sound-based activities will provide support for young schoolchildren when learning about the language principles highlighted in the 'Facal is Fuaim' teaching resource.
This site, aimed at schoolchildren at primary 4/5 level, assists in learning about the landscapes of three separate regions of Scotland - Highlands and Islands, Central Lowlands and the Southern Uplands.
The Faireachdainnean website addresses the area of emotional health which is part of the 5/14 health education curriculum in school.
Baile Mhuilinn is designed for schoolchildren between the ages of 5 and 7. It will help to teach reading and writing, as each section focuses on a distinct sound.
This site looks at the history of the Highland Clearances in Scotland. It is an interactive educational tool, and is aimed at primary 6/7, or children between 10 and 12 years old.
Ioma-rud I will help schoolchildren aged 7-9 years old with imaginative writing. Ioma-rud II helps schoolchildren to develop their personal and functional writing skills at level B/C.
What is meant by citizenship? This website examines democracy - how can we come to decisions, and how might those decisions affect others? This site is aimed at children on primary 6/7.
On this website there are many ways to reach your destination and many obstacles in your path. Using games relating to Gaelic grammar and idioms, this site is at level C/D of 5-14 National Guidelines.
This site will provide support for secondary schoolchildren who are preparing for Higher Gaelic examinations. The schoolchildren will receive advice on how best to deal with exam questions, and both revision and examination papers will accompany each section.
This site will provide support for secondary pupils and students who are preparing for Higher Gaelic (Learners) examinations. The students will receive advice on how best to deal with exam questions, and will have the opportunity to acquire skills to tackle their exams with confidence!
CNAG supports the development and preservation of the Gaelic language; information about their projects, services, campaigns, publications, and contacts.
Bòrd na Gàidhlig works to promote Gaelic, and strives in partnership with the Scottish Government, the people of Scotland and the Gaelic organisations to improve the status of the language.
Clì represents and supports Gaelic learners in ways relevant to a modern society that is proud of a rich cultural heritage. You'll find information on more resources and courses for learners of all levels.
This is the website of Stòrlann Nàiseanta na Gàidhlig, the organisation charged with co-ordinating the production and distribution of Gaelic educational resources throughout Scotland .
This is a Gaelic site aimed at Gaelic teachers, but has links to other valuable resources, such as dictionaries.
Resources to support parents in introducing Gaelic into family life, regardless of ability in the language
Sradagan are youth clubs for Gaelic speaking children aged 5-12.
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