I think one of the biggest challenges when teaching very young children is figuring out where to start! Should you start with body parts? Pathways? Size? Levels? First Position? Maybe just freeze dance... I can't say I have the perfect answer to this. Some of my classes just need to learn how to take direction. Others want … [Read More...]
Lesson Plans
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...]
Let’s Dance: Winter Weather Patterns
It's COOOOLD outside. This is how my trees were looking this past weekend. YUCK! But, fortunately for us, winter weather does have it's upsides. It … [Read More...]
Harold and the Purple Crayon
Harold and the Purple Crayon (Purple Crayon Books) is one of those beloved classics. You've read it, your parents have read it, and maybe your grandparents, too! … [Read More...]
Dance Games
The Name Game
Here's a fun introductory game I'll use in a first day of dance camp or as a creative portion of technique class. Each … [Read More...]
Secret Agents
Some dear friends in college taught me this variation on The Dice Game. It's a great way to involve boys and unwilling … [Read More...]
Fitness
Workout of the Week – February 3
This workout is a different format than most of my workouts, but I really enjoyed it! It … [Read More...]
Workout of the Week – 8 Minute Circuits
This week's workout is a timed workout! I love timed workouts because you know exactly when it's going to … [Read More...]