Ask students to remember that the block printers would have been using the same designs for generations. After the discussion, divide the class into two groups. One group is to take the role of Faith Singh, the other the role of a leader of the block printers' community. Then share responses. Alternatively, ask small groups to write dialogue between Faith Singh and the leader of the block printers.
Volunteers can then perform their work for the class.
A Local Investigation 'Computer Saris' also includes an interview with Morrie Fraid, Managing Director of Spotlight Fabrics. Arrange for students to conduct interviews with one or more local fabric retailers and use a class brainstorm to derive questions to be asked. This exercise also allows students to have first-hand experience of Indian fabrics. Ask students to report on their interviews either in writing or, if samples of fabrics are available, in the form of a display. This Investigation is supported by the 'Computer Saris' section of the Into India video.