ERIC Number: EJ1260503
Record Type: Journal
Publication Date: 2020-Mar
Pages: 8
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Try This: Weaving Fabric
Preston, Christine
Teaching Science, v66 n1 p5-12 Mar 2020
This article focuses on a sequence of learning experiences designed to raise children's awareness about weaving using yarn, which is one aspect of fibre and production technologies. The technologies context of the fibre production allows children to learn about the chemistry concepts related to the materials. An explicit focus on the properties and methods of joining and manipulating fibres is required for the science to be appreciated. This learning sequence incorporates weaving to help young children learn about the use of animals and plants in fibre production. Designed for Years 1-2, some Year 4 biology (life cycles) and physics (contact forces) concepts are also touched on.
Descriptors: Chemistry, Hands on Science, Science Instruction, Elementary School Science, Scientific Concepts, Discovery Learning, Clothing, Units of Study
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Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Descriptive
Education Level: Elementary Education
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Language: English
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