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When I taught grades K-8 in a one-room schoolhouse, we began each morning with the sun salutation, only I called it the “good morning” stretch in order to not freak out some right wing parents.

We would go to the grassy field, form a circle, and flow through this vinyasa each morning. On rainy days, we modified this practice in the classroom. I’ve recently come across several articles about yoga in the classroom and the benefits to children.

You’ve heard about how to introduce your friends and family to Fair Trade, and how to build the movement within your community. Now let’s look at how to bring this important education into your school.

• Fair Trade fundraising. With many different options and rewards, it’s easy to make the switch to selling a sweeter chocolate.
• Raise awareness and funds with a Fair Trade bake sale. Check out the many delicious recipes at

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Editor's note: Yes, if you've got school-aged children, they're probably on summer vacation right now. Still, we thought Lighter Footstep editor Chris Baskind's article on incorporating sustainability into your child's classroom was a good one to get parents thinking about the upcoming school year. This article was originally published on May 8, 2007.

Perhaps the only thing more important than making sustainability important in your own life is making sure it's important

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