fairandfunky have teamed together with Pockets Theatre to deliver ‘Fairtrade Farmer Drama’ that provokes an emotional response to Fairtrade, teaching citizenship, geography and literacy skills through drama.
‘Fairtrade Farmer Drama’ is suitable for KS2, and takes students on a journey along the supply chain of bananas or chocolate. Using dramatic games, role-play, discussion, and performance; the workshop enhances learning about Africa or South America whilst developing speaking and listening skills.
Within the workshop students also develop their social, moral and cultural understanding, and identify the role of voluntary, community and pressure groups.
Learning objectives
‘Fairtrade Farmer Drama’ uses games, role play, debate, workshops and performance to teach the learning objectives; and work towards reaching the following National Curriculum guidelines:
This full day workshop costs £395* and assumes a class size of 30 children. This includes a resource pack for your school to use in extended learning post workshop.
Fairtrade Farmer Drama is facilitated by members of staff from fairandfunky and Pockets Theatre, all of whom are CRB checked. Helen is a trained primary teacher with experience across Kirklees, as well as teaching with VSO in Kenya. Sophie is a qualified artist with experience in leading community workshops, as well as working with the Oxfam Youth Board. Sam is trained to degree level in Community Drama, and currently working on a PhD at University of Leeds.
The workshop can be adapted to meet the specific needs of your individual school or class. To discuss your requirements, and receive a quote tailored for you, please get in touch.
*For schools outside of Yorkshire please get in touch to receive a tailored quote to include reasonable travel expenses.