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C3. Fibres and Fabric Care
THE ONTARIO CURRICULUM, GRADES 9–12 | Social Sciences and Humanities
By the end of this course, students will:
C3.1 identify common natural and synthetic fibres (e.g., cotton, silk, linen, wool, hemp, rayon, polyester, nylon, spandex) and describe their characteristics
C3.2 explain how knowledge of natural and synthetic fibres and fabrics, including how they are produced, can affect clothing choices (e.g., the selection of breathable lightweight cottons and rayons for summer clothes; wool or polar fleece for winter outerwear; silk or cashmere for softness next to the skin; organic cotton or hemp to limit environmental damage arising from the production of traditionally farmed cotton or petroleum-based polyester; down or synthetic fibre for insulation
in outerwear)
Teacher prompts: “What fabric would you choose for exercise clothing? For summer clothing? For winter clothing? Give reasons for your choices.” “How do the production, use, and disposal of silk, wool, and polyester affect the environment?”
C3.3 describeways,includingenvironmentally responsible ways, to care for garments to maintain their appearance and extend their
life (e.g., with respect to following clothing care labels; laundering, ironing, removing stains from, and storing garments made from different kinds of fabrics; using environmentally responsible detergents and stain-removal practices)
Teacher prompt: “What clothing care proce­ dures or products have the least impact on the environment?”
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