Knowledge organiser - Fairtrade - Year 5

The Year 5 knowledge organiser for Fairtrade introduces students to crucial vocabulary and key knowledge that underpin the concept of Fairtrade and its significance in the global market. The term 'sustainability' is explained as the responsibility to take actions that have a positive, lasting impact on the environment, ensuring its protection for future generations. 'Global citizenship' is about the collective effort to care for our planet, while 'ethical codes' refer to the moral guidelines that dictate the behaviour within a profession. Students also learn about 'developing countries', which are defined as poor, agriculturally-focused nations striving for economic and social advancement.

Furthermore, the organiser describes 'cooperatives' as groups of individuals who collaborate to sell products under the Fairtrade principles, and the 'Fairtrade premium' as an additional amount of money given to producers to enhance their quality of life. Key knowledge areas include understanding the importance of Fairtrade, the dynamics of international trade, the impact of events like Brexit, and the specific challenges faced by countries without a Fairtrade culture. The document also emphasises the importance of comprehending terms such as sustainability, global citizenship, and ethical codes. This knowledge builds upon the geographical concepts covered in the previous year, focusing on the main learning theme of Fairtrade, as provided by Focus Education (UK) Ltd.