Definition of Textiles with Examples

Subject:

Home Economics

Term:

First Term

Week:

Week 6

Class:

JSS 3 / BASIC 9

Previous lesson: Pupils have previous knowledge of

Immunization for Children

that was taught in their previous lesson

Topic:

Definition of Textiles with Examples

Behavioural objectives: At the end of the lesson, the pupils should be able to

• define textiles
• give examples of textiles
• explain basic textile terms
• narrate the importance of textile

Instructional Materials:

• Wall charts
• Pictures
• Related Online Video
• Flash Cards

Methods of Teaching:

• Class Discussion
• Group Discussion
• Asking Questions
• Explanation
• Role Modelling
• Role Delegation

Reference Materials:

• Scheme of Work
• Online Information
• Textbooks
• Workbooks
• 9 Year Basic Education Curriculum
• Workbooks

Content:

Definition of Textiles with Examples

Textiles are defined as materials composed of natural or synthetic fibers that can be woven into fabric. Common examples of textiles include cotton, linen, wool, silk, and leather. The term textile is derived from the Latin word textilis, which means “woven.”

The first evidence of textile production dates back to around 8000 BCE, and it is thought that early textiles were made from plant fibers such as flax and hemp. The first evidence of textile production using animal fibers dates back to around 4000 BCE, and it is thought that early textiles made from animal fibers were used for warmth and protection.

Today, textiles are used in a wide variety of applications, including clothing, home furnishings, industrial applications, and more. The global textile industry is estimated to be worth over $1 trillion USD.

Types of Textiles

There are two main types of textiles: natural and synthetic. Natural fibers are derived from plants or animals, while synthetic fibers are man-made. Common natural fibers include cotton, linen, wool, and silk. Common synthetic fibers include nylon, polyester, and acrylic.

Categories of Textiles

Textiles can be categorized based on their use, structure, or fiber type. Structural categories include woven, knitted, and nonwoven textiles.

Woven textiles are made by interlacing two sets of yarn at right angles to each other.

Knitted textiles are made by looping yarn together in a series of interconnected stitches.

Nonwoven textiles are made by bonding fibers together through physical or chemical means.

The use of Textiles

The use of textiles can be divided into three main categories: apparel, home furnishings, and industrial applications.

Apparel includes clothing and footwear. Home furnishings include items such as carpet, curtains, and upholstery. Industrial applications for textiles include automotive, construction, and medical applications.

Types of Textiles

There are a variety of different types of textile fibers, each with its own set of characteristics. The most common types of fibers used in textile production are cellulose, protein, glass, and synthetic fibers.

Cellulose fibers are made from plant materials such as cotton, linen, and hemp. These fibers are strong and absorbent, but they can be weakened by moisture.

Protein fibers are made from animal materials such as wool and silk. These fibers are strong and have good elasticity, but they can be damaged by sunlight and heat.

Glass fibers are made from melted silica and other minerals. These fibers are strong and heat-resistant, but they are not very flexible.

Synthetic fibers are made from man-made materials such as nylon, polyester, and acrylic. These fibers are strong, durable, and easy to care for, but they are not very absorbent.

Basic Textile Terms in bullet form

• Natural fibers: fibers that are derived from plants or animals
• Synthetic fibers: fibers that are man-made
• Cellulose fibers: plant-based fibers that are strong and absorbent
• Protein fibers: animal-based fibers that are strong and have good elasticity
• Glass fibers: minerals-based fibers that are strong and heat-resistant
• Synthetic fibers: man-made fibers that are strong, durable, and easy to care for

Common Basic Textile Terms

• Yarn: a long, continuous strand of interlaced fibers used for knitting, weaving, or sewing
• Fabric: a cloth composed of woven, knitted, or nonwoven fibers
• The weft: the horizontal threads in a fabric that are interlaced with the vertical threads (the warp) to form a fabric
• Natural fibers: fibers that are derived from plants or animals
• Synthetic fibers: fibers that are man-made
• Cellulose fibers: plant-based fibers that are strong and absorbent
• Protein fibers: animal-based fibers that are strong and have good elasticity
• The selvedge: the self-finished edges of a fabric that prevent it from unraveling or fraying
• Glass fibers: minerals-based fibers that are strong and heat-resistant
• Synthetic fibers: man-made fibers that are strong, durable, and easy to care for
• True bias: the diagonal of a woven fabric that has a 45 degree angle to the selvedge
• Bias: any direction other than along the lengthwise or crosswise grain of a fabric
• The wrong side: the underside of a fabric that is usually not visible when the garment is worn
• Grain: the direction in which the majority of the fibers in a fabric are aligned; lengthwise grain, crosswise grain, and bias
• The right side: the upper side of a fabric that is usually visible when the garment is worn
• Interfacing: a material used to stiffen or reinforce fabric, typically used on the wrong side of a fabric

These are 10 reasons for studying textiles.

1. To learn about the history of textiles and their production.
2. To develop an understanding of the different types of textile materials and their properties.
3. To gain knowledge about textile design, manufacture and marketing.
4. To acquire skills in fabric construction and textile finishing techniques.
5. To be able to identify and select the appropriate textile materials for specific applications, occasion, event or party
6. To develop an understanding of the behaviour of textiles during use.
7. To learn about the care and maintenance of textile products.
8. To develop an awareness of the environmental impact of the textile industry.
9. To gain an insight into the economic importance of the textile sector.
10. To learn about the social and cultural aspects of textiles.

Presentation

Step 1

The subject teacher introduces the new topic

Step 2.

He introduces the new topic

Step 3:

The class teacher allows the pupils to give their own examples and he corrects them when the needs arise

Evaluation 

1. Write out the meaning of the following terms
   • fibre _____________________
   • yarn _____________________
   • fabric _____________________
   • warp _____________________
   • weft _____________________
2. Write out five reasons for studying textile
   • _____________________
   • _____________________
   • _____________________
   • _____________________
   • _____________________
3. Define the following
   • Selvedge_____________________
   • The right side_____________________
   • The wrong side_____________________
   • Grain_____________________
   • True bias _____________________
4. __________is the procedure by which immunities to diseases are produced in a person. This is done through vaccines and toxoids
5. _________prevents children against diseases
6. Children can be immunized against the following diseases: diphtheria, tetanus, whooping cough, polio (True/ False)
7. Immunization is administered to protect children from 0-2 years old (True/ False)
8. Immunization is given to children in infant welfare clinics, immunization centres and hospitals (True/ False)

Conclusion:

The subject goes round to mark the pupil’s notes. He does the necessary corrections