Year 6
What are modern and smart textile materials?
In this lesson, we will learn what modern textile materials are and why they are used. You will also learn about smart textile materials and their potential use in fashion design.
Year 6
What are modern and smart textile materials?
In this lesson, we will learn what modern textile materials are and why they are used. You will also learn about smart textile materials and their potential use in fashion design.
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Lesson details
Key learning points
- what impact products have beyond their intended purpose, the negative impact of the textiles industry
Equipment
Existing textile products for investigation and deconstruction, selection of fabrics, pins, needles, thread, measuring tape
Content guidance
- Equipment requiring safe usage.
Supervision
Adult supervision recommended
Licence
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4 Questions
Q1.
Which natural fibre comes from a plant?
Silk
Wool
Q2.
What is the name of this textile tool?
Clip
Fastener
Pin
Q3.
True or false, nylon is a man-made fibre?
False
Q4.
Which one is the correct spelling?
Synethetic
Synthtic
Sythetic
4 Questions
Q1.
Which one of the following is not a feature of a modern fibre?
Breathability
Lightness
Waterproof
Q2.
True or false, modern fibres make products less hygienic for the user?
True
Q3.
True or false, smart materials can have circuits and microprocessors woven into them?
False
Q4.
Which one of the following is not a benefit of using a smart fibre?
Display a person vital signs (e.g. pulse, heart rate)
Monitor gasses in the air
Sense the surrounding temperature