LEARN NC

K–12 teaching and learning · from the UNC School of Education

Goal 3

The learner will understand that dance can create and communicate meaning.

Objective 3.03

Demonstrate and explain similarities and differences between dance and other forms of human movement.

Resources aligned to this objective

Lesson plans on the web

Boys can dance
Reinforces the idea that dancing is a beneficial activity for both men and women. Students compare the benefits of dance training and sports then watch video clips of famous male dancers. (Learn more)
Format: lesson plan (grade K–4 Dance Arts Education and English Language Arts)
Provider: The Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts
If the shoe fits
Students explore ways to walk in different kinds of shoes, using pantomime. (Learn more)
Format: lesson plan (grade K–5 Dance Arts Education)
Provider: The Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts
Weather and wind
Students write a report on a topic related to wind and weather patterns and create a dance to demonstrate their understanding of weather patterns. (Learn more)
Format: lesson plan (grade K–4 Dance Arts Education and Science)
Provider: The Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts