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 1: Establishing Expectations - Students will be introduced to the structure and expectations of dance class. They will work together to establish the classroom community.
40 minutes
Lesson 2 - Name Dance - Students will use their names as a starting point for exploring movement.
40 minutes
Lesson 3: Story Dance - Students will use the picture book “I Am Enough” by Grace Byers as a stimulus for dance.
40 minutes
Lesson 4: Exploring Cultural Dance - Using the Critical Analysis Process as a guide, students will analyze a dance piece and explore how dance is a part of many cultures.
40 minutes
Lesson 5: Identity Dance - Students will work individually and in small groups to create a dance piece that reflects their identities.
80 minutes
