TECHNIQUE
Today we are going to learn how to perform rhythmic sequences to a simple dance.
IMPORTANCE
Performing rhythmic sequences to a simple dance is the foundation for learning more complex dance moves.
VOCABULARY
Sequences: a series of related or connected things.
CHICKEN DANCE
Demonstration with music
Instruction without music
TIME
10-20 minutes
NUMBER OF STUDENTS
No restrictions
EQUIPMENT
Music player
“Chicken Dance” by Kiddie Palooza
1 short cone per student
STORYLINE
Today we are going to dance to the song “Chicken Dance”. Your goal is to perform rhythmic sequences to a simple dance.
INSTRUCTIONS
- Before the dance begins, spread out in a circle and line up behind one marker cone.
- When I say, “GO!” I will start playing the music.
- You must try your best to follow along to the dance steps.
- If you mess up or perform an incorrect dance move, keep going.
- We will begin a new game at the end of the song.
Game 1: Play as indicated above. During the chorus, have students dance around their marker cone.
Game 2: During the chorus, have students skip, gallop, walk or dance in a circle around the marker cones.
Game 3: Choose one student at a time to lead the rest of the class in the middle of the circle.
Exit Ticket: Students demonstrate three dance moves they learned today.
TEACHING TIPS
- ELL Accommodation:
- Post labeled pictures of skills and game play.
- Partner with proficient English speakers for directions/modeling and reflections.
- SpEd Accommodation:
- Set individual goals for physical or behavioral modifications.
- Allow students to demonstrate skill one-on-one with teacher.
- Allow students extra time to master the skill.
- Reflection:
- Why are we learning rhythmic sequences?
- What might you do to get better at rhythmic sequences?
ALLEY CAT
Instruction without music
Demonstration with music
TIME
10-20 minutes
NUMBER OF STUDENTS
No restrictions
EQUIPMENT
Music player
“Alley Cat” by Kids Sing
Optional: 1 dot per student
STORYLINE
Today we are going to dance to the song “Alley Cat”. Your goal is to perform rhythmic sequences to a simple dance.
INSTRUCTIONS
- Before the dance begins, spread out so you are at least an arm’s length away from the student next to you.
- When I say, “GO!” I will start playing the music.
- You must try your best to follow along to the dance steps.
- If you mess up or perform an incorrect dance move, keep going.
Game 1: Play as indicated above. Students who feel more comfortable can move to the front, while students who do not feel as comfortable can move to the back.
Game 2: Switch directions – students line up facing the right or left.
Variation: Put out dots for each student to stand if spacing becomes difficult.
Exit Ticket: Students demonstrate three dance moves they learned today.
TEACHING TIPS
- Approach:
- Remind students, it will take them many tries to do the dance moves perfectly. Keep practicing!
- ELL Accommodation:
- Post labeled pictures of skills and game play.
- Partner with proficient English speakers for directions/modeling and reflections.
- SpEd Accommodation:
- Set individual goals for physical or behavioral modifications.
- Allow students to demonstrate skill one-on-one with teacher.
- Allow students extra time to master the skill.
- Reflection:
- Why are we learning rhythmic sequences?
- What might you do to get better at rhythmic sequences?
MACARENA
Instruction without music
Demonstration with music
TIME
10-20 minutes
NUMBER OF STUDENTS
No restrictions
EQUIPMENT
Music player
“Macarena” by Los Del Mar
Optional: 1 dot per student
STORYLINE
Today we are going to dance to the song “Macarena”. Your goal is to perform rhythmic sequences to a simple dance.
INSTRUCTIONS
- Before the dance begins, spread out so that you are at least an arm’s length away.
- When I say, “GO!” I will start playing the music.
- You must try your best to follow along to the dance steps.
- If you mess up or perform an incorrect dance move, keep going.
Game 1: Play as indicated above. Students who feel more comfortable can move to the front, while students who do not feel as comfortable can move to the back.
Game 2: Switch directions – students line up facing the right or left.
Variation: Put out dots for each student to stand if spacing becomes difficult.
Exit Ticket: Students demonstrate three dance moves they learned today.
TEACHING TIPS
- Approach:
- Remind students, it will take them many tries to do the dance moves perfectly. Keep practicing!
- ELL Accommodation:
- Post labeled pictures of skills and game play.
- Partner with proficient English speakers for directions/modeling and reflections.
- SpEd Accommodation:
- Set individual goals for physical or behavioral modifications.
- Allow students to demonstrate skill one-on-one with teacher.
- Allow students extra time to master the skill.
- Reflection:
- Why are we learning rhythmic sequences?
- What might you do to get better at rhythmic sequences?