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Chicken in a Hen House

Chicken in a Hen House

Okay, so this post has absolutely nothing to do with real chickens.  And I don't know why the game is named Chicken in a Hen House.  But, these are the directions to Chicken in a Hen House, a fun and fast-paced game introduced to me by my college professor, Kori Wakamatsu.  I've played it with great success with ages 7-30.  I haven't … [Read More...]

Lesson Plans

Dancing a Book About Beetles: Beetle Bop

Dancing a Book About Beetles: Beetle Bop

  Beetle Bop is definitely not a well known book, but I love it for the 4-7 age group!  It basically just goes through a list of descriptive phrases about … [Read More...]

Follow the Leader

Follow the Leader

  Follow the Leader by Erica Silverman is the story of two brothers who play follow the leader.  They do all kinds of activities and use their imaginations … [Read More...]

The Snowy Day

The Snowy Day

I don't know about where you live, but here in Tennessee, we've had a LOT of snow lately.  Too much, in my opinion.  In fact, when I see snow on the ground, I prefer … [Read More...]

Dance Games

The Body Parts Shape Game

The Body Parts Shape Game

The Body Parts Shape Game is one of my students most well beloved games.  I use it for students of all ages.  It's easy … [Read More...]

The Dice Game

The Dice Game

  The dice game is one of my favorite games.  It is one of those tricks up my sleeve that I pull out if … [Read More...]

Fitness

Workout of the Week – January 19

Workout of the Week – January 19

This week's workout is a little rough...but fun!  It should take you 45-55 minutes to complete.  There are 10 exercises. … [Read More...]

Workout of the Week – Leg Day (SQUATS!!!)

Workout of the Week – Leg Day (SQUATS!!!)

I was asked for a legs day...so here you go!  Do the whole set 2x through.  It should take you roughly 45-55 minutes. … [Read More...]

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Mommy and me dance classes!  They're so hard and so simple.  I am always nervous because the moms are in the room.  But, those 18 month old dancers … [Read More...]

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