Performing dance in Primary/Elementary classrooms can be an exciting and positive experience. But like all good lessons or projects in schools you need to plan for success. Many children and adults have very adverse experiences with performing. This includes speaking,
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Dance Game for Memory This is a dance memory game that can be focused on the Dance Elements. The movements you choose to use and how many movements for each phrase will depend on the age and level of your
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This reflective exploration is a mindfulness activity that helps older students to explore their natural environment. It is both a cooldown and could be used as a part of a reflective activity.
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Initiate Dance, Play & Improvisation Pass The Parcel needs preparation wrapping the parcel, but it engages the class in unplanned movement. This is particularly useful with a new class at the start of the year.
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Dance Game for Body Bases and Shapes (Space) In the dance version of Stuck in the Mud, the shape the children make is determined by which quadrant they are in. This starts them using their bodies in different ways and
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Dance Game for Choreographic Warmup This game is a good one to warmup for doing group choreographic activities where they are encouraged to connect physically with each other. Alphabet Soup makes them think quickly so that they are not focused
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Dance Game for Meet & Part Activities Meet me in the middle can be as simple or as complex as your class can handle. This game is a fun way to introduce social and cultural progressive style dances.
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Dance Game for Observation Most kids get fidgety on stage, particularly when they are asked to be still as a part of performance. This can be from nervousness. It’s tough to be the focus of an intent audience.
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Dance Game for Beginning Choreography Snowball Attack is a fun dance activity for older Primary students. It leads them into choreographing dance in a supported way Some children are self-conscious about creating movement and this game acts as an icebreaker.
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Dance Game for Meet & Part Activities Meet me in the middle can be as simple or as complex as your class can handle. This game is a fun way to introduce social and cultural progressive style dances.
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