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Fairtrade

Fairtrade

Objective: This worksheet aims to introduce students to the concept of Fairtrade, its principles, benefits, and common products, encouraging them to understand and support ethical consumption.


Content and methods: The worksheet begins by asking students to brainstorm their existing knowledge about Fairtrade and Fairtrade products, leading to a collaborative mind map activity. A pre-prepared mind map is provided for teachers as a sample solution, illustrating Fairtrade's products, principles, benefits, challenges, and certification bodies. Students then watch a video titled "What is Fairtrade?" and answer questions about its benefits for coffee farmers, the use of the Fairtrade premium, and the development and monitoring of Fairtrade standards. The worksheet then delves into a specific Fairtrade product, through a narrative. Multiple-choice questions assess comprehension of this text. Finally, students are prompted to reflect on what they can do to support Fairtrade, and a bonus recipe with a Fairtrade product is included to encourage practical application.


Competencies:

  • Knowledge acquisition about Fairtrade principles, products, and benefits
  • Understanding of ethical consumption and its impact
  • Reading comprehension and information extraction
  • Collaborative learning through mind mapping
  • Critical thinking about supply chains and product origins


Target group: 5th-7th grade

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Target group and level

5th-7th grade

Subjects

GeographySocial Studies
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Fairtrade

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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.

Das Bild zeigt eine fröhliche Illustration von Lebensmitteln und Getränken mit menschenähnlichen Merkmalen. Es gibt eine Tafel Schokolade mit Armen und Beinen sowie einem freudig auf dem Gesicht und dem Fairtrade-Logo auf der Brust. Neben der Schokolade steht eine Banane mit einem breiten Lächeln, Armen und Beinen. Auf der rechten Seite befindet sich ein Sack, der wohl Kaffeebohnen oder ein ähnliches Produkt enthält, ebenfalls mit dem Fairtrade-Logo, und er hat ebenfalls ein Gesicht mit einem glücklichen Ausdruck. Vorne im Bild ist eine Tasse mit Kaffee oder einem ähnlichen Getränk abgebildet, auf der auch das Fairtrade-Logo zu sehen ist. Über dem Getränk befindet sich eine freudige Dampfwolke, die aus der Tasse aufsteigt, und die Tasse hat auch ein lächelndes Gesicht. Links unten sehen wir eine Gruppe von Kaffeebohnen mit Gesichtern, von denen eine sogar Arme und Beine hat, was darauf hindeutet, dass sie lebendig sind. Im Hintergrund sind Kaffeebohnen verteilt, und es gibt auch mehrere grüne Blätter, die wahrscheinlich zum Thema passen und Pflanzen darstellen sollen, von denen diese Produkte stammen könnten. Die gesamte Szene spielt vor einem einfarbigen himmelblauen Hintergrund und vermittelt ein sehr fröhliches und kinderfreundliches Thema. Das übergeordnete Thema scheint Fairer Handel und die Freude an Produkten zu sein, die nachhaltig und ethisch beschafft wurden.

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!

Choose the correct answer for each question.

Bonus: Fairtrade recipe

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

Fairtrade Chocolate Brownies

Ingredients:

  • 1/2 cup Fairtrade cocoa powder
  • 1 cup Fairtrade sugar
  • 1/2 cup butter, melted
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/4 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup Fairtrade chocolate chips

Directions:

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease an 8x8-inch baking pan or line it with parchment paper.
  2. In a large bowl, mix the melted butter and Fairtrade sugar until well combined.
  3. Add the eggs and vanilla extract to the bowl. Beat the mixture until smooth and creamy.
  4. In another bowl, whisk together the Fairtrade cocoa powder, all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt.
  5. Gradually add the dry mixture to the wet mixture, stirring until just combined.
  6. Fold in the Fairtrade chocolate chips until they are evenly distributed in the batter.
  7. Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan and spread it evenly.
  8. Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  9. Let the brownies cool in the pan before cutting them into squares.

Enjoy your delicious Fairtrade chocolate brownies!