Objective

By the end of this lesson, you will be able to understand the history of fashion and its connection to different time periods.

Materials and Prep

• Paper and pencils
• Access to the internet or books about fashion history

Activities

1. Research and Draw

   Using the internet or books, research different fashion styles from various time periods such as ancient Egypt, medieval Europe, or the 1920s. Choose one style that you find interesting and draw a picture of an outfit that represents that style.

2. Dress-Up Time

   Find clothes or accessories from your own wardrobe that resemble the fashion style you chose in the previous activity. Put together an outfit and have a mini fashion show, explaining which time period it represents.

3. Interview a Fashion Designer

   If possible, interview a fashion designer or someone who works in the fashion industry. Ask them about the influences they draw from different time periods and how history inspires their designs.

First Grade Talking Points

• "Fashion is the clothes, shoes, and accessories that people wear."
• "Different time periods in history had different fashion styles."
• "Ancient Egyptians wore long, flowing robes and headdresses."
• "Medieval Europeans wore long dresses, tunics, and hats."
• "In the 1920s, women wore short dresses and headbands with feathers."
• "Fashion designers today are inspired by the styles of the past."
• "What time period do you think your outfit represents?"
• "Why do you think fashion changes over time?"