This sequencing activity, ‘Giant Dance 1’ develops comprehension through sequencing images about the steps to the Giant Dance.
This sequencing activity, ‘Giant Dance 2’ develops comprehension through sequencing images about the steps to the Giant Dance.
This short nonfiction text, ‘I: Irish Dancing’ features important factual background information about this traditional form of step dancing that is popular around the world. It is aimed at broadening students’ awareness of the symbols and icons associated with Irish culture and also features an activity for students to practise their handwriting.
This oral language photo activity ‘Dancing Girl’, enhances vocabulary and concept development by providing a thought-provoking visual stimulus that can be used as a prompt to engage students in discussion. Each photo is complete with an accompanying lesson plan featuring tips and activities to develop oral language and vocabulary further.
This reading comprehension activity, ‘Shall We Dance?’ asks students to answer questions about dance, one of the oldest art forms.
In this learning activity, ‘Taking Flight’, students follow Lola’s line-dancing plan and work out how many repetitions are needed to return to the starting place. A second activity involves drawing the flight paths of everyday objects such as a paper aeroplane. An answer sheet is provided and includes teaching notes with suggestions for supporting learning …More
This history article, ‘Lion Dance’ features the traditional dance performed during Chinese New Year in which a lion brings good luck for the upcoming year. It provides factual background information and is aimed at broadening students’ cultural and historical awareness in an engaging manner.