Fair trade chocolate from Ghana

History

• The child learned about the history of Ghana, including its role in the production of cocoa and the fair trade movement.
• They understood the significance of fair trade in addressing historical inequalities in the chocolate industry.
• They learned about the cultural significance of cocoa in Ghana and its historical impact on the country.

Math

• The child practiced counting and grouping as they learned about the production and distribution of fair trade chocolate bars.
• They engaged in simple addition and subtraction by comparing the prices of fair trade chocolate with other types of chocolate.
• They explored the concept of fractions as they discussed the fair distribution of profits from fair trade chocolate.

Music

• The child listened to traditional Ghanaian music and learned about the important role of music in Ghanaian culture.
• They may have participated in simple rhythmic activities related to the production and trade of cocoa in Ghana.
• They learned about the connection between music and cultural celebrations related to cocoa farming in Ghana.

Science

• The child learned about the science of making chocolate, including the process of cocoa bean cultivation and chocolate production.
• They explored the concept of sustainability and environmental impact through discussions about fair trade cocoa farming practices.
• They may have conducted a simple experiment to understand the concept of fair trade and its impact on the ecosystem.

After the activity, encourage the child to continue their learning by exploring the geography of Ghana and its connection to cocoa production. They can also create their own fair trade chocolate packaging using art materials, combining creativity with their newfound knowledge of fair trade.

Book Recommendations

• The Chocolate Tree: A Mayan Folktale by Linda Lowery: A beautifully illustrated book that tells the story of the discovery of chocolate and its cultural significance.
• Chocolate: Riches from the Rainforest by Robert Burleigh: This book explores the history of chocolate and its impact on different cultures, including the journey of cocoa from Ghana to other parts of the world.
• How We Got Chocolate by Kevin Gales: A fun and informative book that explains the process of making chocolate and the importance of fair trade in chocolate production.