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Description
Future fabulous fashion designers can bring their ideas to life in miniature using a real sewing machine, mannequins and fun fabrics! The female mannequin torsos on a stand are 8.5" high and made of smooth white plastic. You have a selection of fancy fabrics in a variety of prints and textures. The sewing machine itself is battery-operated (4 AAs - not included) and is about 6" wide, 3" deep and 6" high. It comes threaded, stitches a chain stitch and there is no bottom thread. The machine does go pretty fast and would probably not be good for a child who has never used a machine before. Adult supervision is certainly a good idea. I tried to see if I could stick my finger in by the needle, and you really can't; it's a safe design with a protected needle. The Haute Couture set includes a more basic model of the sewing machine, while the sewing machine in the Bridal Party and Premier Collection sets include a foot pedal. The instruction book guides the user through planning designs, using the patterns, cutting the fabrics, and sewing garments. Once they try several projects from the instruction book, they will likely be ready to try out their own variations and even create original designs! The size of the mannequins matches that of most 11" fashion dolls, so young designers can sew custom clothes for their dolls! You may have a future fashionista on your hands! Please note that scissors are not included in any of the kits, but you will need them. ~ Sara
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Teaching Method
Traditional
Teacher-centered curriculum commonly used in classrooms that may include a text, teacher manual, tests, etc.
Charlotte Mason
A methodology based on the work of a 19th century educator who maintained that children learn best from literature (Living Books), not textbooks.
Classical
A methodology based on the Latin Trivium (three stages of learning), including the grammar stage (memorization and facts), logic stage (critical thinking), and rhetoric stage (developing/defending ideas).
Unit Study
A thematic or topical approach centered around one topic that integrates multiple subject areas.
Montessori (Discovery)
A methodology based on the work of a 20th century educator that emphasizes student and sensory-driven discovery learning and real-life applications.
Other
Other methodologies
Religious Content
Secular
Contains content contrary to common Christian beliefs (i.e. evolution).
Neutral
Avoids religious or theoretical topics or presents multiple viewpoints without preference.
Christian/Religious
Faith-based or including instructional religious content.
Learning Modality
Auditory
Learns through listening, talking out loud or reading out loud.
Visual
Learns through seeing, prefers written instructions and visual materials.
Kinesthetic/Tactile (Hands-On)
Learns through moving, doing and touching.
Multi-Sensory
Curriculum that employ a variety of activities/components.
Presentation
Sequential
Curriculum progresses through well-defined learning objectives. Emphasizes mastery before moving to the next topic.
Spiral
Topics and concepts are repeated from level to level, adding more depth at each pass and connecting with review.
Conceptual/Topical
Focus is on the “why,” often with a unifying concept as well as specific skills; coverage may be broader.
Teacher Involvement
Low Teacher Involvement
Student-led materials; parent acts as a facilitator.
Medium Teacher Involvement
A mix of teacher-led time and independent student work.
High Teacher Involvement
Teacher-led lessons; may utilize discussions, hands-on activities and working together.
Additional Materials Required
No other materials needed
Everything you need is included.
Other Materials Required
There are additional required resources that are a separate purchase.
Other Materials Optional
There are additional resources mentioned or recommended but are not absolutely necessary.
Consumable
Consumable
Designed to be written in; not reusable.
Non-Consumable
Not designed to be written in; reusable.