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Resource - Art Fusion First Five - Feel It, Move It

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Abstract: 
These first five lessons are intended to launch a primary dance program by creating a classroom community, establishing rules and expectations for safety and support, and introducing elements of dance to primary students.

Overview

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On a dark blue background, a white circle with the resource title is surrounded by school supplies and the logo for ArtFusion and CODE.

ArtFusion is a collaborative effort by CODE, OAEA, and OMEA to support elementary generalist teachers in feeling confident and delivering high-quality arts programming for every art. ArtFusion First Five is one initiative of the collaboration seeking to meet the needs of teachers at the start of the school year.

For additional supports and learning opportunities, visit www.code.on.ca/art-fusion.

Lesson Overview

Lesson Focus

Anticipated Duration

Lesson 1: Welcome to Dance! Expectations and Getting Moving

1-2 40 minute periods

Lesson 2: Exploring Emotions Through Dance

40 minutes

Lesson 3: Elements of Dance: BODY

1-2 40 minute periods

Lesson 4: Elements of Dance: SPACE

1-2 40 minute periods

Lesson 5: Elements of Dance: TIME

1-2 40 minute periods

Subject / Panel: Dance / Primary
Terms: Unit Plans, social-emotional learning (SEL)

Lessons / Leçons

Lesson / Leçon 1
Welcome to Dance! Expectations and Getting Moving
Lesson / Leçon 2
Exploring Emotions Through Dance
Lesson / Leçon 3
Elements of Dance: BODY
Lesson / Leçon 4
Elements of Dance: SPACE
Lesson / Leçon 5
Elements of Dance: TIME

Appendices / Annexes

Appendix / Annexe 1
Curriculum Expectations
Appendix / Annexe 2
Anchor Chart: Non-locomotor Movements
Appendix / Annexe 3
Anchor Chart: Locomotor Movements
Appendix / Annexe 4
Anchor Chart: Body Parts
Appendix / Annexe 5
Anchor Chart: Speed Words

Printable materials / Matériel imprimable

  • PDF icon PDF #1 Dance Checklist
  • PDF icon PDF #2 Dance Self-Assessment
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