Republic of the Philippines

Department of Education
Region V
SCHOOLS DIVISION OFFICE OF CAMARINES SUR

LEARNING ACTIVITY SHEET N0.4

QUARTER 3

Name of Student:
Learning Area-Grade TLE-DRESSMAKING /GRADE 9
Level
Date: April 12– 16 , 2021 - Week 4
Activity Title: Body Measurements for Children’s Wear
I. Introductory Concept
This lesson is the prerequisite in pattern constructions. Children’s wear requires
specific measurements to achieve the designed identified by the customers.

Body Measurement for Children’s Wear

All measurements are in inches and taken from commercial sizes.

SIZES in years 2 3 4 5 6 7 8/9 10/ 12/1 14

11 3
CHEST 21 22 23 24 25 27 29 30 32 34

WAIST 21 22 23 23 24 26 27 28 28 30

ELASTIC FINISH 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 24 25

HIP 21 22 23 24 26 28 29 30 32 34

LENGTH OF BACK 8.1 9 10 11 11 12.1/ 13. 14. 15.1/ 15.1/2

/4 .1/ 4 1/4 1/4 4
(High neck to waist) 2

SKIRT (short) 9 11 11 12 14 15 17 20 23 24

SKIRT/PANTS 19 22 22 23.1/2 25 26 27 28 30 30
(Long)
SLEEVE (Short) 4.1 5 5 5.1/2 6 6 6 6.1/ 7 7
/2 2
SLEEVE (Long) 12. 13 14 15 15.1/ 16.1/ 17. 18 21 24
1/4 2 2 1/2
HALF ARMHOLE 6 6. 6.1/4 7 7 7 7.1/ 7.1/ 8 8.1/2
1/ 2 2
4
CROTCH (Front) 8.1 8. 9.1/2 9.3/4 9.3/4 9.3/4 10. 11 12 12.1/2
/4 1/ 1/4
2
CROTCH (Back) 10 10 10.1/ 10.3/4 11 11.3/ 13 15 15.1/ 15.1/2
.1/ 2 .1/ 4 2

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All commercial patterns do not give the same measurements. It all depends on the designer. The
above is a guide if you are making up your own patterns. Suggestion: try not to make a dress neck
too wide as it tends to fall of the shoulders. Pretty, bright, durable clothing with pockets is very
acceptable.

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Body Measurements

Shoulder: This point can be located by feeling for the end of the flat
bone at the end of the shoulder, or by raising the arm until a dimple appears at
the end of the shoulder and feeling for the shoulder bone in this depression.
The distance between the base of the neck and the end of the shoulder
gives this measurement.
Place the tape measure at these locations to get accurate
measurements.
Back Across Width measure from the left shoulder arm joint to the opposite side,
approximately 4 to 5 inches down from the tip of the shoulder.
Back Figure Length measure from the nape to the waistline on the cord. Allow the
tape measure to hang freely.
Chest Width measure from the left (front) armhole seam to the right (front) armhole
seam.
Bust Circumference measure around the fullest portion of the bust with the tape
measure passing over the shoulder blades running on the same level in front.
Waist Circumference measure around the smallest portion of the waist or torso.
Front Figure Length measure from the shoulder neck junction with the tape
measure passing over the highest part of the bust down to the waistline.

Armhole Circumference measure around the base of the arm with the tape
measure closes at the tip of the shoulder

Crotch/seat/rise This measurement is taken in two ways. For male customer

insert a ruler on the rise and measure from the waistline to the upper edge of the
ruler. For female customer allow the her to sit on a flat chair, then measure at the
side from the waistline to the surface to the chair.
Sleeve Length. Measure from the tip of the shoulder to the desired length of the
sleeve
Arm Circumference this measurement is taken around the arm where the sleeve
length fall.
Hip Circumference. Measure around the fullest part of the buttocks with the tape
measure closes at the side.
Thigh Circumference measure around the fullest part of the thigh with the tape
measure closes at the side.
Leg Circumference Measure around the leg where the short/pants full length falls.
Dress Full length Measure from the shoulder neck joints to the desired length of
the dress
Skirt’s length Measure from the waistline to the desired length.
Full length Measure form the waistline down to the desired length of the pants.

II. Learning Skills from the MELC/CG: (TLE_HEDM9-12CW-IIIa-h-9)

LO 1. Draft and cut pattern for children’s dress

2.1 Take Client’s Body Measurements

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III. ACTIVITIES

Activity 1

MULTIPLE CHOICE.
Directions: Read the statements carefully. Choose the letter that that best describes the statements. Write
your answer in your quiz booklet.

1. It is taken around the leg where the short and pants full length falls.
A. Thigh Circumference C. Knee Circumference
B. Leg Circumference D. Bottom Circumference

2. It is measure from the left (front) armhole seam to the right (front) armhole seam.
A. Chest Width C. Back Figure Length
B. Back Across Width D. Full Length

3. It is measure around the smallest portion of the waist or torso.

A. Hips C. Chest
B. Waist D. Bust

4. Which of the following tools is Not included in taking body measurements?

A. Tape Measure C. L - square
B. Paper & Pen D. Model/ Clients

5. In Commercial sizes for children’s wear, what is the similar measurement for the size of 2
years old ?
A. Chest, Sleeve, and Crotch
B. Chest, Elastic Finish, and Hip
C. Chest, Length of Back, and Crotch
D. Chest, Waist and Hip

Activity 2: Based from the lesson above. Write the name of the body measurements for each
number.

Female Male
1 2
2 3
3 4
4 5
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Activity 3:
Take the body measurements for children either toddler or Pre-schoolers. Send video or
pictures in messenger while doing measurements.

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 Parts of the body Actual Body Computed
measured Measurement Divisor Measurement
s
Example
Waistline 24 inches 24/4 6 6 inches
1.Shoulder ½ or 2
2.Chest/bust ¼ or 4
3.Waistline ¼ or 4
4.Hips ¼ or 4
5.Armhole ½ or 2
6.Sleeve length 1
7.Length/ Shoulder to 1
Waist
8. Shoulder to Knee 1

Reflection:

1. Why it is important to take accurate body measurements?

2. What is the hardest part in taking body measurements? Why?

V. Key to Correction
Activity 1 Multiple Choice Activity 2 – Answers may vary
1. B Activity 3 – Answers may vary
2. B
3. B
4. C
5. D

VI.References for Learners

K to 12 Basic Education Curriculum Technology and Livelihood Education Learning Module in
Dressmaking Grade 9

MELCs for Dressmaking

Websites:

https://www.pinterest.ph/pin/124974958387976850/
Note: Maam rizza dae kopo aram ang reference kayan mga sizes nanasa table, palaag
nalang digdi.thank you.ika po kayan si nag gibo,dae ko na pinalitan

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 Prepared by:

ROSA R. ADORNA
TVL - Teacher

Note: Practice Health Protocols at all times.