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Fast, Fun & Easy Fabric Bags

For Teachers 11th - 12th
Students create a to-go bag for people on the go. After cutting out the bag, lining, insulation, and the flap they apply the interfacing, then sew, add finishing touches, flap and closures. They then show their finished bags.
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Article
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Kids Health: How Stitches Help Kids Heal

For Students 3rd - 5th
Just about every kid needs to have stitches at one time or another. Whether you're playing a bit too hard and conk your head - ouch! - on your dresser, or your little brother trips you and you cut your knee, sometimes your skin needs...
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Gizmo Highway: History of the Sewing Machine

For Students 9th - 10th
This page from Gizmo Highway presents a good history of the sewing machine, which also includes a picture.
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Sewing Machine History: Invention of the Sewing Machine

For Students 9th - 10th
The history of the sewing machine dates back to 1755. This page describes the breakthroughs, ending with Singer's design in 1851. Links to sites about sewing machines.