Spring Fashion Show

1. Distribute a variety of catalogs. Instruct students to study the descriptions of the various products in the catalogs, paying particular attention to the types of exact wording that is used to bring out the color, texture, attributes and usage of the products. Coldwater Creek catalogs are great models to use for this activity.
2. After conversing about the actual words that really bring out the essence of the products and making a list of the adjectives and ideas, the kids will be instructed to choose an outfit or something that can be modeled in a fashion show. Other choices may include motocross outfits, helmets, fishing attire, etc. The students will bring in their choices the following day.
3. The next day the students will work on descriptions, using the catalogs as models and for ideas.
4. Once all the descriptions are completed and okayed, the students will model their outfits while a friend reads the description that was written. This will continue until all students have been taped and recorded.
5. Music will be set to the video and title pages made for each category of clothing (sporting equipment, Sunday outfits, etc.).
6. DVDs will be made for each child as a keepsake. A classroom book will also be made using photos of each child and typed descriptions.