Fast Fashion Lesson Plan: What's Your Footprint?
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Created by Teacher(s): Olivia Dulany|Published on: July 6, 2023
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Synopsis
In this lesson, students learn about the harmful environmental effects of fast fashion and discover ways to increase personal responsibility and fashion sustainability.
Step 1 - Inquire: Students discover the origin of the clothing they personally wear and speculate about possible connections to climate change.
Step 2 - Investigate: Students analyze an editorial and a video detailing the connection between fashion production, carbon emissions, and human rights.
Step 3 - Inspire: Students calculate their fashion footprint and write a paragraph identifying choices they or others can make that promote fashion sustainability.
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Olivia Dulany
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