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Dance and Breathe!

Lesson Plan

Dance and Breathe!

Dance time

This lesson combines dance and mindfulness to engage 7-8 year olds in active learning. Using the 'Self-Regulation Song For Kids' video, students will participate in a fun dance activity that promotes movement and relaxation. This lesson helps students develop coordination, self-regulation, and mindfulness skills, making it both enjoyable and educational.

Audience

7-8 year olds

Time

1 hour

Approach

Active Learning

Materials

Computer with internet access, Projector or large screen, Speakers, Open space for dancing, and Link to 'Self-Regulation Song For Kids' video

Step 1

Introduction

10 mins

  • Welcome students and explain the objective of the lesson: to have fun dancing and learning to relax through movement.
  • Discuss the importance of movement and mindfulness in staying healthy and happy.
  • Introduce the video 'Self-Regulation Song For Kids' and explain how it will be used as a warm-up.

Step 2

Video Warm-Up

5 mins

  • Play the Self-Regulation Song For Kids video.
  • Encourage students to follow along with the movements shown in the video.
  • Emphasize deep breathing and stretching as part of the warm-up.

Step 3

Dance Activity

30 mins

  • Lead students in a simple dance routine that incorporates movements from the video.
  • Break down the routine into small sections and practice each part with the students.
  • Encourage creativity by allowing students to add their own moves to the routine.
  • Play music and have students perform the full routine together.

Step 4

Cool Down and Reflection

10 mins

  • Guide students through a cool-down session with gentle stretching and deep breathing.
  • Ask students to reflect on how they felt during the dance and what they enjoyed most.
  • Discuss the benefits of combining dance with mindfulness and how they can practice these skills at home.

Step 5

Closure

5 mins

  • Thank students for their participation and enthusiasm.
  • Remind them of the key takeaways: the joy of movement and the power of mindfulness.
  • Encourage students to share what they learned with their family and friends.
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