Book explains the theory of elements of movement and provides a method of teaching movements with sample lesson plans. It incorporates a practical approach to classroom management, use of facilities, and grouping according to physical development. Useful for specialist and generalist. Teachers will need to be aware of comfort levels of each child with regard to touching. The teacher's guide is organized into laminated key shapes that describe dance movements, exercises, and evaluation.
Vocabulary cards provide ideas for dance composition.
Video demonstrates ideas presented on cards. Teachers will need to be aware of comfort levels of each child regarding touching. It is part of the Dancing Series, which addresses dance history and the cultural origins of dance. Resource package comprises a resource binder, three supplementary booklets, and two summaries, one of which is on a Macintosh computer disk. The components comprehensively relate dance to child and adolescent development.