Just like music, theater, and visual art, dance is an art form. It's a language of expression and a tool for creative and critical thinking. It's powerful, especially for kinesthetic learners. I believe that every school should have dance, especially elementary schools! Okay, stepping off of my soapbox now... If you are lucky … [Read More...]
Lesson Plans
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...]
Safari Theme Mommy and Me Dance Class
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 are the cutest … [Read More...]
The Gingerbread Man
I love to eat gingerbread cookies! Not just during the holidays, either. :) My family has a cherished recipe for pepparkakar (Swedish gingerbread) that is to die … [Read More...]
Dance Games
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 Pilobolus Alphabet
If you tried out The Name Game and liked it, here's another fun activity using the alphabet. The Human Alphabet … [Read More...]
Fitness
Workout of the Week – Hill Training
All you need for today's workout is a hill (or a field, parking lot, trail, etc.) and some medium weight dumbbells. I … [Read More...]
Workout of the Week – January 22
This is the view out my window today...and underneath all that powder is a delightfully thick layer of ice, compliments … [Read More...]