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Clue In On Color

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Students consider the effects of color on moods and feelings. They participate in a variety of demonstrations to explore the role of illusion and suggestion in human perception. They consider which color best represents their personality.

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color recognition, colors, fashion design, design

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Clothing, color, fashion design, visual and performing arts
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Grade
9th - 12th
Subjects
Visual & Performing Arts
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Resource Type
Lesson Plans
Audience
For Teacher Use
Duration
1 hr
Technology
Presentation
Year
2003
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Fine Print

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