Objective
By the end of this lesson, the preschool student will be able to demonstrate basic dance movements and understand the importance of physical activity for health and fitness.
Materials and Prep
- Open space for dancing
- Upbeat music
- Comfortable clothing
- Water bottle
No prior knowledge or experience needed. Just be ready to have fun and move your body!
Activities
Warm-up: Start by playing some lively music and encourage the student to move freely to the beat. Emphasize the importance of warming up the body before physical activity.
Basic Dance Moves: Teach simple dance steps such as marching, jumping, spinning, and clapping. Encourage the student to follow along and express themselves through movement.
Free Dance: Let the student dance freely to their favorite music, allowing them to explore different movements and rhythms.
Cool Down: Slow the music down and guide the student through gentle stretches and deep breaths to cool down the body.
Preschool Grade Talking Points
- "Dancing is a fun way to move our bodies and stay healthy. When we dance, we exercise our muscles and make our hearts happy!"
- "We can dance to different types of music. Some music is fast, and we can move quickly. Other music is slow, and we can move slowly."
- "It's important to warm up our bodies before dancing. We can do this by moving and stretching to get ready for the fun dance moves."
- "After dancing, we need to cool down our bodies. We can do gentle stretches and take deep breaths to help our bodies relax."