Tag: dance
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How to teach dance phrases in elementary dance Dance phrases (or movement phrases) are frequently mentioned in elementary dance curriculum. But what are they and how do you use them effectively? What is a dance phrase? Dance phrases are “sentences” in dance form – it is a series of movements that communicates a complete thought…
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For many non-specialist teachers, teaching dance itself is intimidating – let alone including ballet, the most technical of all dance styles. But teaching ballet to elementary students doesn’t have to be scary. Teaching ballet to your primary students can be really rewarding. It makes a mysterious and possibly intimidating art more accessible and less scary.…
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Easy Tips To Teach the Elements of Dance
Tips and Ideas for Teaching The Elements of Dance Do you need to teach the dance elements but don’t know where to start? The elements of dance are the “building blocks” of dance and form the foundation of many dance education curriculums, such as the Ontario Dance Curriculum. The Elements of Dance are: Body –…
