When it comes to folk dancing, I think we sometimes forget what it feels like to be a kid. We forget that we self-administered the “cootie shot” and thought it was the height of embarrassment to be accused of “liking” someone (particularly if...
Here in rural Indiana, we’ve experienced our fair share of cold weather already. Students need even more chances to move and dance when their time outside is limited. There’s only so many snowmen you can build when it’s below zero outside. So,...
Old Brass Wagon is a great song for square dancing and practicing barred sixteenth notes. I taught this every year with my second graders, though it could easily be used with older grades or younger grades with a few modifications. SQUARE DANCE I’ve seen...
It’s been rainy and cold here, which is the perfect time to break out a folk dance that’ll make me forget about the gloomy weather. Today, I’ll be sharing my ideas for teaching call and response form, along with a free resource for movement....
Maybe I’m being a little too optimistic with this song choice, but I can’t help it. I’m ready for spring! I’m ready to feel the sun on my face. I’m ready to see something other than cloudy skies and leafless trees. I’m ready to...
FOLK DANCE I love starting lessons with movement. Students internalize new melodies and rhythms without realizing that it’s happening. It’s learning in disguise, which is the best kind! The following is the suggested dance from the Kodály Center....
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