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Clothing & Water Systems
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Hands-on Activity
Recycling Yarn Part 2: Spinning
Learn how to spin fibres to make yarn using a drop spindle you make yourself.
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Article/Backgrounder
The Circular Economy Opportunity
Explore how clothing could fit into a circular economy.
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Article/Backgrounder
All about Microplastics: The Fall of Dr. Mike Roe Plastic
Dive into this treacherous tale about the causes and impacts of microplastic water pollution.
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Article/Backgrounder
How does clothing impact water systems?
Students will explore how producing and wearing clothes impacts water systems and what we can do to make it better.
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Article/Backgrounder
Diving Into the Ecosystem Impacts of Clothing
Students will explore the impacts of pollution on aquatic ecosystems and learn about youth who are taking action to address these problems.
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Article/Backgrounder
Understanding Clothing Care Symbols
Knowing how to read laundry symbols on a clothing label can help you to keep your clothes looking their best as well as make smart purchasing decisions.
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Article/Backgrounder
Life Cycle of Clothing
Learn about the life cycle of clothing including a spotlight of two items of clothing - a cotton t-shirt and a pair of polyester yoga pants.