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SUMMARY:St Brigid's Day
DESCRIPTION:St. Brigid is one of Ireland’s most beloved saints and is known as the patron saint of farmers\, animals\, and healing. Born in County Kildare around 450 AD\, she was famous for her kindness\, her love for the poor\, and her many miracles\, including healing the sick. St. Brigid’s Day\, celebrated on February 1st\, marks the beginning of spring in Ireland and honours her legacy of charity\, nature\, and community. \nHere are three things you could do: \n\nMake a St. Brigid’s Cross\, a traditional symbol said to protect homes from harm. Explain the significance of the cross and how it is usually made on St. Brigid’s Day to welcome the new season of spring. Rushes\, pipe cleaners\, or strips of paper could be used.\nIn honour of St. Brigid’s spirit of generosity\, have students complete a “Kindness Challenge” by writing down three acts of kindness they can do for someone in their home or community. Afterward\, discuss how being kind\, just like St. Brigid\, can make a big difference in the world around them.\nSince St. Brigid is the patron saint of farmers\, talk about how food is grown on farms and the importance of caring for animals and crops. Then\, have students plant their own seeds (like herbs or vegetables) in small pots\, teaching them how farmers work with nature to grow the food we eat. As the seeds grow\, students can track their plants’ progress and learn about caring for the environment. A great Spring activity too!\n\n 
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SUMMARY:Fairbruary! Fairtrade Ireland
DESCRIPTION:Fairtrade Fortnight (now a month!!) is a campaign that promotes Fairtrade certified products and raises awareness of them to the public. \nhttps://www.fairtrade.ie/fairbruary-2025/ \nWhat is Fairtrade? \nFairtrade is an alternative approach to conventional trade and is based on a partnership between some of the most disadvantaged farmers and workers in the developing world and the people who buy their products. \nWhen farmers and workers can sell on Fairtrade terms\, it provides them with a better deal: an opportunity to improve their lives and plan for their future. Fairtrade offers us a powerful way to reduce poverty through our everyday shopping. \nhttps://www.fairtrade.ie/get-involved/fairtrade-schools/ \nAn activity to consider for older children in “Fairbuary” could be – exploring global food chains. \nObjective:\nTo help students understand how food travels from farms to their plates through global supply chains and to explore the importance of Fairtrade in ensuring fair treatment for farmers and workers around the world. \nWhat You Need:\n\nA world map or globe\nPictures or labels of common food items (e.g.\, bananas\, chocolate\, coffee\, tea\, rice)\nPaper and markers\nFairtrade logo or packaging from Fairtrade products (optional)\n\nActivity:\n\nIntroduction: Begin by discussing how the food we eat often comes from different parts of the world. Show students common food items like bananas\, chocolate\, and tea\, and ask them if they know where these foods are grown. Highlight the global food chain\, explaining how food travels from farms in other countries to supermarkets and finally to our tables.\nMapping the Food Journey:\n\nHave students pick a food item and work in pairs or small groups.\nUsing a world map\, trace the journey of the chosen food item from the country where it’s grown or produced to Ireland.\nLabel each step\, including farming\, processing\, packaging\, shipping\, and selling in stores.\n\n\nIntroduction to Fairtrade: Explain that not all farmers and workers are paid fairly for their hard work\, especially in developing countries. Introduce the concept of Fairtrade\, a system that ensures farmers get fair prices for their products and work in safe conditions.\n\nShow the Fairtrade logo and discuss what it means. Explain how buying Fairtrade products supports these farmers and their communities.\n\n\nFairtrade Poster Design:\n\nAsk students to create a poster promoting Fairtrade products. Encourage them to include the benefits of Fairtrade\, such as fair wages for farmers\, safer working conditions\, and helping to protect the environment.\nDisplay the posters in the classroom or around the school to raise awareness.\n\n\n\nDiscussion Questions:\n\nWhy is it important to pay farmers fairly for their work?\nHow does buying Fairtrade products help people and the planet?\nWhat are some ways we can make better choices when shopping for food?\n\n 
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