Global Eye Primary: Teachers' Notes Spring 2002 Introduction/Eye on Northeast India/Focus on Food/Action/Competitions/Credits Welcome to the fifth edition of the Global Eye Primary website. Global Eye Primary was launched in September 2000 to complement the Global Eye magazine and website for secondary schools. The four previous editions of Global Eye Primary are still online in the 'Back Issue Archive' section of the website. The aim of Global Eye Primary is to provide interesting, well-illustrated and interactive material about developing countries and development issues to tie in with the primary curriculum requirements in the UK. Each section of the website uses interactive features, key questions and photos to break down the issues covered into manageable chunks. Three characters, Harry, Cecile and Jack (a parrot) guide pupils around the website, answering their questions and challenging them to think about a variety of development issues. The sections of Global Eye Primary are: Eye on a specific case study of a developing country including maps, diagrams, tables, a variety of photographs and a data file. Focus on looks at a development issue and uses case studies to show how it affects people in developing countries. On Camera images from locations in the developing world with accompanying questions and activities for pupils. Action shows how a school, group, company or organisation is helping to raise awareness about a developing country or a particular development issue. News recent events in the developing world Competitions quizzes and prize-winning competitions for individual pupils and group projects. top Please let us know what you think of Global Eye Primary including ways in which your pupils have used the website, what you would like to see featured in future editions, and any other ideas and comments. We need your input to help the site develop and grow. Contact the editor,[email protected] EXTRA INFORMATION AND RESOURCES SUGGESTIONS Eye on Northeast India Click here to see details of how the skills and content of the web pages on Northeast India can be applied to different subject criteria in the primary curriculum. There are also references to the National Curriculum targets in England & Wales. As with previous editions of Global Eye Primary, the Eye on Northeast India section is divided into: Introduction The Land The Climate The People Work and Industry Data File Useful supplementary materials for primary school pupils include: "Saira's Life in Lakhabawal" This richly illustrated CD-ROM focuses on a village in Gujarat and is structured around Saira's day, touching upon topics such as water, farming, industry and disasters. The presentation, content and navigation is pitched at 9-11 year olds with a short-cut key to a clear menu suitable for children's research or adult interventions. The text is bold and the commentary is clear. It has many interactive features, such as games and animations, but the real strength of this CD-ROM is in the superb video clips obviously made with an educational purpose and with computer screens in mind. Single PC use £29.99 (incl. VAT) plus £3.50 p&p, second user copy for the same school with the same order £20.99, site license for up to 20 machines £100.00 plus £3.50 p&p OR one year at £29.99 plus £3.50 p&p, plus three years at £25.00. Available from Dave Knowles Films, 24 Ashleigh Close, Hythe, Hants SO45 3QP; Tel: 023 8084 2190; Fax: 023 8084 1600; Email: [email protected] or visit www.livesonearth.com "Thengapalli" (Hampshire County Council 1997) is rich resource for English, Performing Arts, RE and Geography to investigate the Indian village of Keshapur and its environmental movement. The pack includes a 24 page overview for teachers, 100 page locality booklet, 100 page sustaining environments booklet, 45 A4 colour photographs, and a 60 minute audio cassette. Available from www.worldaware.org.uk (Code PA-142) £34.75. "Thengapalli: Forests and Futures" is a 25 minute video, 20 page booklet and map that extends the work of the Thengapalli pack. There are scenes of everyday life in and around Keshapur, and the social and environmental impacts of building a new road bridge are examined. Available from www.worldaware.org.uk (Code PA-145) £20.00. India: Worldfocus (Heinemann 1994) Describes the geography, politics, industry, religion and culture of India. Case studies show how people spend their time, the jobs they do, the schools they attend and the challenges they face. Available from www.worldaware.org.uk (Code B-384) £6.50. India and her neighbours poster (PCET 1997) A clear and simple physical map of the Indian sub-continent, showing the political boundaries and main cities. Photographs around the map illustrate the diversity of human activity in India. Accompanied by a Teaching Guide with information and ideas. Available from www.worldaware.org.uk (Code M-15) £8.50. Babu's day (Punjabi/English) (Channel 4 Schools 1997) Eight year old Babu lives in a settlement outside Bombay (Mumbai), near 'Bollywood's' film city. Babu's Day builds a fascinating picture of the everyday life of a young boy who loves cricket and is mad about films. This is a dual language book in Punjabi and English. Available from www.worldaware.org.uk (Code B-139) £9.50. The India file: Activity Book (Channel 4 Schools 1997) A fully photocopiable book of cross-curricular student activity sheets relating to The India File programmes. Encourages visual awareness and the use of geographical vocabulary and mapping skills, whilst making topic links with English, art, history and design technology. Available from www.worldaware.org.uk (Code H-58) £7.65. The India file: Teachers' Guide (Channel 4 Schools 1997) Designed to support The India File video, this booklet contains background information, and suggestions for teachers using the programmes. Some photocopiable pupils' activity sheets are also included. Available from www.worldaware.org.uk (Code H-59) £4.50. The India File: Video (Channel 4 Schools 1997) Five 15-minute programmes provide glimpses of modern India and an insight into the country's rich cultural heritage and history. Themes include: life in Bombay, life in a village, arts and crafts, the struggle for freedom and celebrations. A Teacher's Guide and Activity Book are also available. Available from www.worldaware.org.uk (Code V-5) £15.50. Celebrating India (Channel 4 Learning 1998) A beautifully illustrated book which celebrates the diversity of India. From the splendour of the Taj Mahal and the wildlife of the forests, to the glamour of "Bollywood's" film industry and the everyday life of people. Ancient invasions and empires, the life of Ghandi and independence from Britain are all introduced, along with the many religions, languages and cultures which make up India today. Available from www.worldaware.org.uk (Code B-140) £10.75. There are many resources that look at life in Chembakolli, a village in Tamil Nadu, southern India. Visit www.chembakolli.com to download resources for between 30p and £1.00. In addition, the following resources on Chembakolli are available from www.worldaware.org.uk: Chembakolli Journeys (ActionAid/PCET Publishing 2001) An A1-size map of Chembakolli showing the different journeys local people make in the area. It includes a teachers' guide with a photocopiable map. (Code PA-248) £10.40. Chembakolli (Action Aid 1999) Photopack, with teaching ideas and activities, including information cards and role-plays, which looks at life in Chembakolli. This was updated in 1999. Available from www.worldaware.org.uk (Code PA-167) £19.00. Take me to Chembakolli: Multimedia Resources for your Classroom (Action Aid 1998) This CD-ROM contains a wealth of new material including digital video and images. The disk includes Adivasi songs and Quick Time movies of artefacts. (WinPC and Mac OS) Available from www.worldaware.org.uk (PA-147) £19.00. Village life in India: Teachers' Book (Cambridge University Press/ActionAid 2001) Resource book for teachers with background notes, commentary on the pupil's book, 'Village Life in India' and twenty-six photocopiable activity sheets. Reprinted 2001. Available from www.worldaware.org.uk (Code B-104) £18.50. Village life in India: Pupils' Book (Cambridge University Press/ActionAid 1996) Colour illustrated book which explores village life in Chembakolli and Kanjikolli in Tamil Nadu, Southern India. Divided into sections, each of which focuses on a key question. Available from www.worldaware.org.uk (Code B-105) £6.50. Village life in India: Picture Pack (Cambridge University Press/ActionAid 1996) Twelve A3-size colour images which illustrate aspects of village life in the Nilgiri Hills region of India. The back of each card contains key questions, a glossary, descriptive text and a range of activities. Available from www.worldaware.org.uk (Code PA-100) £43.95. Village life in India: CD-ROM (Cambridge University Press/ActionAid 1997) Explores aspects of life in India, in particular the village of Kanjikolli and the city of Bangalore. Includes sound, still and moving images, interactive activities for pupils and teachers' notes. Suitable for PC compatibles, Macintosh or Acorn. Available from www.worldaware.org.uk (Code PA-99) £18.25. top Focus on Food Click here to see details of how the skills and content of the web pages on Food can be applied to different subject criteria in the primary curriculum. There are also references to the National Curriculum targets in England & Wales. "Nutrition Mission: Smart eating with Artie Beat" is a CD-Rom available free from the British Heart Foundation. "Nutrition Mission" is a game to keep Artie Beat happy and healthy with a varied and balanced diet, covering National Curriculum Key Stage 2 for Science, Scottish 5-14 Environmental Studies and Northern Ireland Libraries Board Curriculum for Science. A copy is available with the December 2001 of Junior Education, or while stocks last, you can order a maximum of ten CD-Roms for your class by phoning 0906 5532398. Part of the Department of Health and Department of Education & Employment Galaxy-H site, www.galaxy-h.gov.uk/school-menu.html looks at school meals, and what makes a healthy diet, with suitable activities for primary school pupils. Another government site, www.wiredforhealth.gov.uk/ provides health information divided into different age groups. You can find a range of games and exercises that explore food and health issues at www.abcteach.com/Food/FoodTOC.htm Visit Oxfam's Cool Planet website for a photo gallery relating to food and activities on food, 'the world in your supermarket bag', and fair trade issues. www.oxfam.org.uk/coolplanet/teachers/makemeal/activities.htm FARM Africa has produced a free schools pack for use in primary schools about problems faced by poorer farmers in Kenya and Ethiopia. Visit the 'Schools Resources' pages of www.farmafrica.org.uk for a corresponding website page that expands and elaborates on the information and activities contained in the pack. The FARM Africa 'Schools Pack 2001' is available from: FARM Africa, 9-10 Southampton Place, London WC1A 2EA, Tel: 020 7430 0440, Fax: 020 7430 0460 or e mail: [email protected] Visit www.gti.net/mocolib1/kid/food.html for a timeline to show how diets have changed over the centuries. top Action The summer picnic described on the 'Action' page was organised by 'Food for Thought', an education project working with schools in Devon. The aim of 'Food for Thought' is to raise awareness of and interest in food issues both at the local and global level through activities in the UK and through links with schools in Uganda. A multi-agency steering group oversees the project, which ensures that information is shared with the local community as well as with teachers who can then pass this on to the schoolchildren. In addition to the activities described on the Action page, the schoolchildren filled in a sheet to list the ingredients of the different foods, how they were transported to the UK, and to evaluate their packaging and labelling. They also thought about foods that could be re-used for other purposes (biodegradable banana skins, apple cores, etc). As well as calculating food miles, pupils were asked to find out whether their individual food items could be produced locally, and whether they were organic and/or fair trade produce. For more information on 'Food for Thought' and their activities, contact Sue Errington at [email protected] In order to share your ideas and experience with a much wider audience, would you like your school or class to feature in a future edition of Global Eye Primary? We would be keen to hear from any teachers who have been raising development awareness amongst their pupils in an original, interesting way, whether as part of the curriculum or via links that you may have with developing countries. Here is a chance to have your hard work shared with others and to spread good practice. Please contact the editor, [email protected] top Competitions As with previous editions of Global Eye Primary, the 'Competitions 1' page includes two quizzes for fun which require pupils to seek out and use information on the website. Prizes are available for 'Competition 2', which involves pupils working through a Wordsearch and using processes of deduction and elimination to uncover other words connected to food. top Credits The Global Eye Primary website, Spring 2002 was written by Pat Trussell and Simon Scoones. Contributions and assistance from: Sue Errington (Food for Thought), Steve Parke (Adviser for Geography & Environmental Education, Devon), Helen Martin (Shelley Primary School, W.Sussex), Jenny Knowles (DK Films). Photographs: Worldaware, Panos Pictures, Dave Knowles Films. The Global Eye website is a resource for both primary and secondary school students about world development. It is produced each term by Worldaware for the Department for International Development (DFID). Worldaware Echo House Ullswater Crescent Coulsdon Surrey CR5 2HR Tel: 020 8763 2555 Fax: 020 8763 2888 www.worldaware.org.uk E Mail (General Enquiry): [email protected] E Mail (Global Eye): [email protected] top