Costume Design for Characters
Students will design simple costumes for characters, considering how clothing choices communicate personality, setting, and time period.
Key Questions
- Design a costume that clearly shows if a character is a hero or a villain.
- Analyze how a costume's colors and textures can reveal a character's mood.
- Justify the choice of materials for a costume based on the character's environment.
Common Core State Standards
Suggested Methodologies
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