This dance workshop, Dance as Expression and Communication is for Grades 1-5 and aligns with Grade 4: Wit & Wisdom Module 1: A Great Heart.
In this workshop, students will explore dance as a power...
Read more
This dance workshop, Dance as Expression and Communication is for Grades 1-5 and aligns with Grade 4: Wit & Wisdom Module 1: A Great Heart.
In this workshop, students will explore dance as a powerful form of expression and communication. Students will begin by discussing what dance is, how it can tell stories, convey emotions, and reflect the values of courage, perseverance, and compassion that are central to A Great Heart. They will examine a variety of dance genres, including ballet, jazz, tap, hip-hop, and street dance, and learn about influential professional dancers whose dedication and achievements demonstrate determination and resilience.
Students will also explore how movement and music work together to communicate messages and create meaning. They will analyze how different types of music influence dance and discuss how lyrics and rhythms can affect audiences in positive and negative ways. Through interactive games, discussions, and movement activities, students will build knowledge and make connections between artistic expression and the qualities of a great heart. As a culminating activity, students will collaborate to create and perform a dance piece that expresses a meaningful message or theme, providing an opportunity to apply their learning, showcase creativity, and communicate ideas through movement.
