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Which subject	Music
What topic	Dance
What length (min)	30
What age group	Year or Grade 3
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Lesson Plan: Dance in Music

Grade Level: 3
Subject: Music
Duration: 30 minutes
Topic: Dance

Objectives

• Students will learn the connection between music and dance.
• Students will explore different dance styles and their characteristics.
• Students will create their own simple dance sequence.

Materials Needed

• Speakers for playing music
• Open space for dancing
• Chart paper and markers
• A variety of music from different cultures and genres

Introduction (5 minutes)

Begin the lesson by discussing the importance of dance in various cultures and its relationship with music. Ask students:

• What types of dance do you know?
• How does music make you feel when you dance?

Encourage students to share their experiences with dance and music.

Direct Instruction (10 minutes)

Dance Styles

Introduce students to various dance styles, such as:

1. Ballet - A formal style with precise steps and graceful movements.
2. Hip Hop - A lively dance style often seen in music videos, focused on rhythm and creativity.
3. Salsa - A vibrant Latin dance characterized by fast footwork and energy.
4. Folk Dance - Traditional dance styles that reflect cultural heritage.

Discuss the key characteristics of each style and play a short clip of music that represents each one.

{The image of a ballet dancer performing a grand jeté in an elegant tutu, with a soft, dreamy background.}

Guided Practice (10 minutes)

Create a Dance Sequence

1. Divide students into small groups.
2. Assign each group a different dance style to focus on.
3. Instruct students to come up with a simple 4-8 count dance sequence that incorporates movements from their assigned style.

Encourage creativity and collaboration within each group as they create their dances.

{The image of a group of children in a classroom setting, working together, practicing a dance sequence, and smiling.}

Sharing and Performance (5 minutes)

Invite each group to present their dance sequence to the class. Allow students to provide positive feedback to one another after each performance.

Conclusion (5 minutes)

Wrap up the lesson by asking students about their favorite part of the class. Emphasize that music and dance are powerful forms of expression that can be enjoyed by everyone.

Homework

1. A. Dance Presentation:

   • Choose a dance style you learned about in class. Write a short paragraph (3-4 sentences) describing what you like about it.

   Answer:
   Ballet - I like ballet because it is very graceful and beautiful. The dancers wear pretty tutus, and I admire how they can jump high and spin. Ballet tells stories through dance, and it is fun to watch!

2. B. Dance at Home:

   • Create a short dance routine (4-8 counts) to a song of your choice at home. Practice it and try to perform it for your family!

   Answer:
   Students should create their own unique dance routine based on the song they choose. Encourage them to be creative and have fun!

Additional Resources

• Show students short clips of different dance styles online (YouTube, educational sites).
• Allow students to explore folk dances from various cultures.

{The image of children performing a dance in a living room, showing enthusiasm and joy while their family watches and claps.}

By the end of this lesson, students should have a greater understanding of how music influences dance and gain confidence in expressing themselves through movement.