Resources Autumn/Winter 2015-16
A great way to teach children about Fairtrade is through a simulation game. Christian Aid has a wide selection including the Trading Game the Chocolate Trade Game and the Paper Bag Game which are suited to a variety of different age groups.
This comprehensive site includes everything you need to know about Fairtrade in Scotland! It has resources for schools, highlighting where Fairtrade fits across all curriculum areas. Plus information on classroom resources, finding speakers, taking part in campaigns and sourcing Fairtrade goods. It also has a dedicated Fairtrade nursery section. www.scottishfairtradeforum.org.uk
A wide range of lesson plans and activity ideas for all age ranges, with links made to many subject areas. There are lots of case studies and background information on Fairtrade producers and products.
www.traidcraftschools.co.uk/teaching-resources
Lesson plans, assembly ideas, case studies and films are all clearly set out to explore by product, country or activity type. It also provides information on Fairtrade Fortnight, with ideas for celebrating in your school and local community, with information about the Fairtrade Schools Award. http://schools.fairtrade.org.uk
A comprehensive overview of the current crisis with lots of links to really useful websites. Sections include: What’s happening? Where have people come from, and why? How to describe them: migrants, refugees, people. It also considers the historical perspective of refugees in the UK and ways to take action. Visit globaldimension.org.uk.
There are a number of excellent resources and they are easily accessible through Signposts for Global Citizenship. The resources can be easily searched by level and curriculum area. Some materials can be downloaded directly from the site while others can be borrowed from your local Development Education Centre.
