Objective

By the end of this lesson, you will be able to apply basic arithmetic skills in the context of fashion design.

Materials and Prep

• Paper
• Pencils or crayons
• Ruler

No prior knowledge is required for this lesson.

Activities

1. Activity 1: Fashion Measurement

   Draw a fashion sketch of a dress or an outfit you would like to design. Use your ruler to measure the length of the dress or the width of the outfit. Write down the measurements in inches or centimeters.

2. Activity 2: Pattern Making

   Create a pattern for your fashion design. Divide your paper into equal parts using your ruler. For example, you can divide it into 4 equal parts. Draw a shape or design in one part of the paper, and then repeat it in the other parts to create a pattern.

3. Activity 3: Color Combinations

   Choose different colors for your fashion design. Use addition and subtraction to determine how many different color combinations you can create. For example, if you have 3 colors, how many different combinations can you make?

First Grade Talking Points

• "Fashion design is a fun way to express your creativity and style."
• "Measuring is important in fashion design to ensure the right fit."
• "Patterns help create unique and interesting designs."
• "Adding and subtracting colors can give your fashion design a whole new look."