Additional information for teachers

What is Fairtrade?

Watch the video, then answer the questions below it.

Fairtrade products in detail

Now learn more about a Fairtrade product and answer questions about it.

Fairtrade Chocolate

Hello there! I'm a piece of Fairtrade chocolate, and I'm so excited to share my journey with you. It all began in the beautiful country of Ghana, where cocoa farmers work hard to grow the beans that make me.

In Ghana, the farmers who grow my cocoa beans are part of a Fairtrade cooperative. This means they receive fair prices for their cocoa, which helps them support their families and improve their communities. These farmers use eco-friendly methods to take care of the cocoa trees and the environment. They avoid harmful chemicals and use natural ways to keep the plants healthy.

First, I started as a tiny cocoa bean inside a pod that grew on a cocoa tree. The farmers watched over me carefully, making sure I had enough sunlight and water. When I was ready, they harvested the cocoa pods by hand, treating each pod with care.

After harvesting, the farmers split open the pods and took out the cocoa beans. These beans were then fermented and dried under the warm sun. Fermentation is a special process that helps develop my rich chocolate flavor. The farmers turned the beans regularly to make sure they dried evenly.

Once the beans were dry, they were packed and sent to a Fairtrade-certified factory. Here, workers who are paid fairly and work in safe conditions roasted the beans to bring out their chocolatey goodness. The roasted beans were then ground into a smooth cocoa paste.

Next, I was mixed with other natural ingredients like sugar and milk to make me delicious and creamy. The mixture was carefully stirred and cooled until I became the chocolate bar you see now.

By choosing Fairtrade chocolate like me, you help support farmers and workers in Ghana. You also help protect the environment because Fairtrade standards ensure that farming practices are eco-friendly.

Isn't it amazing how your choice can make such a big difference? Enjoy your yummy and ethically made Fairtrade chocolate!

Bonus: Fairtrade recipe

Here is a recipe for you that you can easily bake/cook at home with your Fairtrade ingredient. Have fun!