Module 1

Module 1: The Story of Fabric

Have you ever wondered where your clothes really come from? Long before factories and fashion shows, people spun thread by hand and wove fabric on wooden looms.

In this module, you’ll uncover the story of fabric—how it started, how it changed over time, and the difference between natural fibers (like cotton and wool) and synthetic ones (like polyester and nylon).

Get ready to explore the threads that connect history, science, and style!

Module 1 To-Do List:

Review vocabulary chart and video
Read the "History of Fabric" timeline / complete knowledge check
Look at the Natural and Synthetic Fibers presentation
Complete end of module quiz OR complete the choice activity
Continue to Module 2!

First, let's look at the below vocabulary words for this module:

Now, watch the below video. Look at the picture and guess the matching vocabulary word!

Ahora, mira el siguiente vídeo. Fíjate en la imagen y adivina la palabra correspondiente.

👔 How Did Fabric Get So Fancy?👗

Before we had closets full of clothes, people were spinning thread by hand and weaving fabric from plants and animal hair. Over thousands of years, humans went from using leaves and wool to inventing denim, polyester, and spandex!

Check out this timeline to see how fabric has changed the way we dress—and the world.

Did you know your t-shirt might come from a plant—or a lab? In this section, you’ll discover where different fibers come from and how they’re used. From fluffy cotton fields to high-tech factories, every fabric has a story.

Let’s explore the difference between natural fibers (like wool and silk) and synthetic ones (like polyester and nylon), and learn why it matters how we wash, wear, and care for our clothes!

🐑 Natural or Not? Let’s Find Out! 👩🏻‍🔬

Take the Module 1 Quiz!

Let’s review what you’ve learned!

✅ Humans have been using natural materials like leaves, wool, and cotton to make clothing for thousands of years.
✅ Fabric is made from fibers, which can be natural (like cotton or silk) or synthetic (like polyester or nylon).
✅ Each fiber has special characteristics—some are soft, stretchy, warm, or waterproof!
✅ Knowing how to care for fabrics helps your clothes last longer.

🎯 You’re now ready to test your knowledge and choose how you want to show what you’ve learned!