Trócaire

Age: Early Years/ Pre-School


'Just Children' Story Sack This story sack is designed to introduce children aged 3 to 6 years to global concepts such as fairness and interdependence. Containing a puppet, rhymes, CD and photographs of life in Kenya, the sack provides an example of how education for a just world can begin in early educational settings. A sample of Learning Experience 1: Getting to Kenya is attached here. To order the full pack: email mboyce@trocaire.ie or phone (01) 629 3333. Cost : €20/£18.
Young Children’s Engagement with Issues of Global Justice Young Children’s Engagement with Issues of Global Justice (CHRCE, St Patrick’s College, Drumcondra and Trócaire, 2010) explores current literature on the topic and details a recent field-based study, undertaken jointly by SPD and Trocaire, into how young children aged 3-6 years engage with issues of global justice. Recommendations based on the findings will be of interest to teachers, educators and those engaged in curriculum development within the Early Years sector.
Food for Thought: Early Years/ Pre-School Educator's Resource with Photoapck This downloadable resource provides Early Years educators with activities to introduce young children to the concepts of hunger and poverty. Through exploration of the experiences of a young girl called Domitille growing up in Rwanda, students will learn to celebrate, respect and value diversity.
Maji Pack on Water: Early Year's Educator's Resource This pack has been produced to introduce young children to the issue of water and in particular its importance to families in Kenya. It includes a range of classroom activities, 12 colour photos with accompanying stories and a poster.
People on the Move: Early Year's Educator's Resource This resource provides Early Years educators with ideas, activities and background information to introduce children to the concept of people being forced from their homes. The resource includes a selection of images and stories as well as activities and games to stimulate discussion within the classroom.
Watoto Early Year's Educator's Resource This Watoto pack provides a starting point for Pre-school educators who are interested in incorporating a global dimension in their education programmes. It includes 16 A3 colour photos, stories of five children, background information and a music tape. Cost : €30/£25. To place an order: email mboyce@trocaire.ie or phone (01) 629 3333.
Paulo from Malawi: Early Year's Educator's Resource Included in this booklet is information on Trócaire’s work in Malawi and activities for young children to help them explore different aspects of the lives if individual children in Malawi. It is hoped that through completing the activities pupils will begin to appreciate the diversity which exists in our world.
Julio from Nicaragua: Early Year's Educator's Resource Included in this resource are stories of children from Nicaragua, detailing what their daily lives are like and how they are involved in work which supports their families. It is hoped that through completing the activities pupils will begin to appreciate the diversity which exists in our world.
Dansa from Ethiopia: Early Year's Educator's Resource This pre-school booklet tells the story of Dansa from Ethiopia. Through the activities provided young children can explore different aspects of life in Ethiopia and draw comparisons between their own life and the experiences of Dansa.