Open World 1, Unit 1: Going Places

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This unit covers visiting Edinburgh, Scotland with a side trip to Glasgow and comparing the two cities. Books on this list include stories set in Edinburgh, or ones written by Scottish authors.

Grayfriars Bobby, by Eleanor Atkinson

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Harry Potter and the Philosopher’s Stone, by J. K. Rowling (published as Harry Potter and the Sorcerer’s Stone for the US market)

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Edinburgh, by Terry Deary

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Divided City, by Theresa Breslin

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Let’s Explore Edinburgh Old Town, by Anne Bruce English

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Supplemental Activities

What can more Scottish than the Highland Games? Without even having to leave Switzerland, you have a chance to go see one of these amazing events. The Highland Games Verband Schweiz organizes events every year. For the program for this year. https://www.hgvs.ch/saison-2023

A well-played bagpipe stirs the soul of those who are graced to hear it. Located in Lenzburg, Aargau, David Fleming plays at events, and even provides lessons for those who are interested in playing themselves. His website contains information about Scottish events he hosts. https://www.davidflemingbagpiper.com/

You don’t need to leave Switzerland to see Highland Dancing or to learn how to do it yourself. Classes are available in Zug and Lenzburg. Events vary throughout the year. Check Flora dance’s website . https://floradance.ch/