This term we are conducting a scientific investigation of fibres and fabric. We have done investigations that are around sorting, classifying and measuring. We have seen that fabrics have different weaves for different purposes. A cotton material has a simple 'over one under one' type of weave. While satin has an over 'four under one' weave. This means that satin silk is very smooth to the touch and hard to wrinkle.
We not only looking at the fabric but we are also looking at how certain garments mean different things to us. (This is in accordance with the red part of the rainbow where we respect others differences and similarities). We got to bring garments of clothing from home and then we got an opportunity to explain to the class why the garment was so significant and what types of occasions allow us to wear them.
Shayla brought along two lava lava. Lava lava are a traditional type of garments worn in the Islands (e.g Niue, Samoa, Fiji). The smaller lava lava (black) belongs to her brother and was worn to a wedding. This is a formal type of lava lava. The other lava lava can be worn in a more casual setting such as around home or down at the beach.
Calvin brought along a shirt that has Optimus Prime on the front. Optimus Prime is the leader of the Autobots. (They are the good guys). He wears this shirt to parties.
Madison was given a special dress when she was four years old. Her parents bought it for her birthday from Auckland. She likes to wear it and
pretend that she is a fairy.
Eamon brought along his swimming shorts and and t-shirt. He wears these when he goes swimming.
Matthew brought along his Weet-Bix triathlon t-shirt. He got this when he competed in the Weet-Bix challenge. He did really well and earned himself a medal. His shirt was signed by a famous Triathlete.
Taine brought along his Harry Potter cloak. He got this garment when he was very young and he likes to wear it when he watches Harry Potter Movies.
Thomas brought his shirt and jeans with him to show everyone. These garments are special because his parents bought these when they were on holiday in the U.S.A. Thomas wears these when he goes to parties.
This very sparkly garment was brought in by Samantha. She wears this when she is dancing. It is very special to her.
Taran brought his hooded sweater along and he felt that this is a very special garment to him because it was given to him as a birthday present.
Amanda and Blair brought their scout uniforms to school. They wear this special vest and scarf to show which group they belong to. They also work toward badges and they get embroided onto the vest.
Amanda and Blair brought their scout uniforms to school. They wear this special vest and scarf to show which group they belong to. They also work toward badges and they get embroided onto the vest.
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