Willow & Claude’s Cotton Journey

Produced By:

Cotton Australia

States:

Qld, NSW, SA, NT, ACT, Tas, WA

Aimed at:

Grade 7

- 12

Curriculum 9.0:

AC9S2U03, AC9TDE4K03, AC9HG9K05, AC9HH9K03, AC9TDE10K04, AC9TDE10K06

Lesson Type:

Subjects:

Keywords:

cotton, willow and claude, vegan, fashion, emerald, csiro, journey

Willow & Claude’s Cotton Journey

Looking for a one-of-a-kind educational experience that combines the worlds of fashion, agriculture, and sustainability? Look no further than Willow and Claude: Short Film, a video documenting a unique partnership between vegan fashion designer, Emma Hakkansson, Cotton Australia, and cotton farmer, Renee Anderson. This educational resource takes students on a journey from farm to finished product, showcasing the intricate process of cotton production and the role that sustainability plays in the fashion industry.

Starting on Renee Anderson’s cotton farm in Queensland, the film takes students through each step of the cotton production process, from the spinning process at CSIRO in Geelong, to the knitting process at Keegan Institute, and finally to the finished knitted product. This educational journey provides students with an in-depth understanding of the complex process of cotton production and the impact it has on the environment.

In addition, the film highlights the partnership between designer Emma Hakkansson, cotton farmer Renee Anderson, and Cotton Australia, showcasing the collaboration that is needed to bring sustainable fashion to the masses. With a focus on sustainability and the impact of the fashion industry on the environment, Willow and Claude: Short Film is the perfect teacher resource for those looking to engage students in the worlds of agriculture, sustainability, and fashion.

This video is the perfect supplement to any lesson plan that focuses on the interplay between agriculture, fashion, and sustainability. Whether you are looking to teach students about the importance of sustainable agriculture, the impact of the fashion industry on the environment, or the complex process of cotton production, Willow and Claude: Short Film is the ideal teacher resource for you.