Reading

Grades 9-12

Cheap Threads, Costly Impacts: The Price of Fast Fashion

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SUBJECTS: Science, Social Studies

TOPICS: Ecological Footprints, Personal Consumption

Resource Overview

Personal consumption case study reading: Examine how fast fashion (like H&M, Zara, Shein, etc.) impacts the environment and economy.

Rack of fast fashion t-shirts at a clothing store

How Do I Get This Reading?

This reading must be purchased as part of a lesson packet or as part of a full curriculum that is available in our store.

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