History of Costume Through TV and Film
After viewing video clips and a discussion about fashion trends, students choose a decade to explore. With a particular fashion, fad, or style as the focus, they research and give a short oral report on a fashion trend and its context in society. Warm-up and follow-up activities are included.
Suggested Classes: Clothing, Drama, U.S. History, World History
State and National Standards: Arizona, California, Washington, National
Suggested Materials:
- Books on fashion history
- Access to the internet
- Library with librarian assistance
- Camera
- Period/historical videos
